Former US President Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bone, according to a statement from his office. The diagnosis followed the detection of a prostate nodule after Biden experienced increasing urinary symptoms, and it is characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5). Despite the aggressive nature of the cancer, it appears to be hormone-sensitive, allowing for effective management, and Biden and his family are currently reviewing treatment options with his physicians. The diagnosis came just days before the anniversary of the death of Biden's son, Beau Biden, from brain cancer, adding emotional weight to the family's situation. Responses to the news have crossed political lines, with former President Donald Trump, Vice President Kamala Harris, and several Republican lawmakers expressing sadness and well wishes for Biden's recovery. Biden's daughter Ashley Biden has not publicly commented on the diagnosis as of yet.