Biden Presidency Ends Amid Alleged Health Cover-Up Scandal

The newly released book Original Sin, by journalists Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson, exposes a concerted effort by President Joe Biden's inner circle to conceal his physical and cognitive decline during the final months of his 2024 reelection campaign. The book alleges that Biden's aides discussed drastic measures such as the possibility of him needing a wheelchair and employed tactics to minimize public awareness of his deteriorating health, including restricting his walking distances and providing support to hide his worsening gait. This cover-up contributed to a chaotic Democratic campaign, culminating in Biden's abrupt withdrawal and Kamala Harris entering the race late, which strategists described as a party-wide failure. Biden's team has disputed claims that aging equates to incapacity, but the revelations have ignited debate within the Democratic Party about accountability and the need for introspection. Media figures and analysts have underscored the seriousness of the scandal, emphasizing that Democrats cannot simply move past it without addressing the underlying issues. The controversy spotlights internal party dynamics and raises questions about transparency and leadership in the face of electoral challenges.