Joe Biden Reveals Stage 4 Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Former President Joe Biden announced he has stage 4 prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, prompting calls from The Wall Street Journal and others for greater transparency about his disease history, as his last known prostate cancer screening was reportedly in 2014. The announcement has sparked speculation and criticism, including claims by Donald Trump Jr. that the Biden administration may have concealed his health decline, especially in light of a 2022 video where Biden referenced having cancer, which was then attributed to prior skin cancer. Medical experts and commentators have questioned the timing and detection of such an advanced prostate cancer diagnosis, noting the disease's typically slow progression and the high level of medical care Biden presumably received. Despite the controversy, Biden’s office described the cancer as aggressive but hormone-sensitive and is considering treatment options. Prominent figures including former President Barack Obama have publicly expressed support and confidence in Biden’s resolve to fight the disease. Biden’s health concerns contributed to his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, adding to a personal history marked by family tragedies and public service spanning decades.