Trump Responds to Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis
In Washington, President Donald Trump described Joe Biden’s recent cancer diagnosis as “very sad” while expressing skepticism about the transparency of Biden’s health disclosures. He directed some of his criticism towards Biden’s family and past White House staff for what he perceives as a lack of honesty. This reaction came after Biden’s office disclosed that the 82-year-old former president has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
Trump, speaking to a reporter in the Oval Office, remarked, “I think it’s actually very sad. I’m surprised that it’s not. I’m surprised that you know. The public was not notified long ago.”
Moreover, Trump remarked on the timing of the announcement, implying it was unexpected and questioning why this information wasn’t shared sooner as he referred to Biden’s condition being advanced, specifically mentioning a Gleason score associated with prostate cancer.
Last month, Trump had his own medical evaluation at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center where he noted that prostate testing is a common practice among men. He seemed to imply some doubt regarding the medical assessments Biden received during his tenure.
“No one’s telling the truth,” Trump stated, referencing opinions from medical professionals, including Kevin O’Connor, who had previously been Biden’s doctor. O’Connor had issued a health report in February 2024 that did not raise any new health concerns, though it did not include findings on prostate testing from that year.
Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis
As Biden’s team explained, the diagnosis came after he showed urinary symptoms, leading him and his family to explore treatment options. In a social media post, Biden shared, “Cancer touches all of us. Like many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are the strongest in the broken place. Thank you for lifting us up with love and support.”
Stage 4 cancer, often referred to as metastatic cancer, is typically the most severe stage, but most prostate cancers do get detected earlier.
