Joe Biden's awkward hug with Hillary Clinton is the gift that...

The hug lasted about 16 seconds.

This isn't the first time Biden’s affection has raised eyebrows. In February 2015, he made headlines after he put his hands on the shoulders of Stephanie Carter, wife of Defense Secretary Ash Carter, and whispered in her ear.

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– The Cox Media Group National Content Desk contributed to this report.

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