‘Original Sin’ Reveals Biden Cognitive Decline, Cover-Up Impacting 2024 Campaign

The book "Original Sin," authored by CNN's Jake Tapper and Axios reporter Alex Thompson, investigates President Joe Biden's cognitive decline and the efforts by his inner circle to conceal it, which significantly impacted his 2024 reelection campaign. Thompson revealed that some within Biden's administration were surprised and almost embarrassed by how compliant the media were in accepting the official narrative and failing to scrutinize the president's mental fitness adequately. The authors interviewed over 200 sources post-election, uncovering how advisors, family members, and others maintained a protective bubble around Biden, limiting transparency. Despite being criticized, including by comedian Jon Stewart, for the extensive promotion of the book, Tapper and Thompson continue their reporting, with plans for additional revelations in future editions. The book's release coincided with the public announcement of Biden's aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, adding context to the ongoing conversation about his health and leadership. Both authors acknowledge the press's shortcomings in earlier coverage and emphasize the need for greater skepticism toward those in power.