Trump Makes Heartfelt Move After Biden Diagnosed with Cancer
President Donald Trump issued a heartfelt statement following former President Joe Biden’s announcement on Sunday that he had been diagnosed with an aggressive type of prostate cancer.
“Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has responded after Biden announced that he had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones.
“Doug and I are saddened to learn of President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis. We are keeping him, Dr. Biden, and their entire family in our hearts and prayers during this time. Joe is a fighter — and I know he will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience, and optimism that have always defined his life and leadership. We are hopeful for a full and speedy recovery,” Harris wrote in a post on the social platform X.
Biden and his family “are reviewing treatment options with his physicians.”
“Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms. On Friday, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone. While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management,” Biden announced in a statement.
The new health diagnosis comes amid the publishing of new books and reports that faulted aides to the former president for hiding his deteriorating mental capacities during his presidency.
Well-wishes and prayers began to pour in after Biden’s office made the announcement.
Former President Barack Obama, for whom Biden served as Vice President, said Sunday, “Michelle and I are thinking of the entire Biden family. Nobody has done more to find breakthrough treatments for cancer in all its forms than Joe, and I am certain he will fight this challenge with his trademark resolve and grace. We pray for a fast and full recovery.”
House Speaker Mike Johnson said in a statement, “This is certainly sad news, and the Johnson family will be joining the countless others who are praying for the former President in the wake of his diagnosis.”
House GOP Majority Leader Rep. Steve Scalise said, “Praying for former President Joe Biden as he battles prostate cancer.”
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said on social media, “President Joe Biden is a great American patriot. Paul and I join the millions across the country and around the world praying for him to have strength and a swift recovery in the battle against cancer. Sending love to him and his family.”
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Sunday, “The House Democratic Caucus and our nation are praying for President Joe Biden and his family as he battles this challenging medical diagnosis. Over the years, the Biden family has confronted unimaginable adversity with grace and steadfast perseverance. We stand with President Biden as he confronts this moment with the same courage and resilience he has shown throughout his life.”
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer wrote that he was “praying for President Biden and the entire Biden family.”
Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom said his heart was with the former president and his family.
“A man of dignity, strength, and compassion like his deserves to live a long and beautiful life. Sending strength, healing, and prayers his way,” Newsom said.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said in a statement, “I’m thinking of the Bidens as they take on cancer, a disease they’ve done so much to try to spare other families from. Wishing you a speedy, full recovery.”
