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Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis Adds New Layer to Debate Over Alleged Health Cover-Up

Former President Joe Biden’s aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis has shifted focus to his health, while revelations of his cognitive decline and alleged concealment by aides fuel Democratic infighting.

Vice President JD Vance speaks to reporters on Air Force Two at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport in Rome on May 19, 2025.
Joe Biden shakes hands with Kamala Harris prior to delivering remarks on artificial intelligence, in the East Room of the White House on October 30, 2023. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images)
President Joe Biden talks with first lady Jill Biden and their granddaughter Naomi Biden as he attends his granddaughter Maisy Biden's commencement ceremony at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Monday, May 15, 2023.

Overview

  • Biden’s office announced on May 18 that the former president has an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, prompting widespread sympathy and concerns about the timing of the disclosure.
  • Leaked audio from Biden’s October 2023 interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur revealed significant memory lapses, reigniting scrutiny of his cognitive fitness during his presidency.
  • The forthcoming book 'Original Sin' alleges that Biden’s inner circle deliberately concealed his cognitive and physical decline, including discussions about using a wheelchair during a potential second term.
  • Prominent Democrats, including Van Jones and David Axelrod, have criticized party leaders and Biden’s aides for failing to address his decline earlier, with some calling it a betrayal of public trust.
  • Biden’s cancer diagnosis has complicated the ongoing debate, with some urging a pause in criticism while others argue for accountability regarding decisions made during his 2024 campaign.