Former President‌ Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate⁤ Cancer

‍ ⁤ ⁣Updated June ⁢01, 2025
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Joe Biden, the‍ former U.S. ‍president, is battling an ⁤aggressive form ​of prostate cancer,‍ his office announced ​Sunday. The diagnosis follows Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential⁣ race ⁢last summer, which was largely​ attributed to ​concerns ‍about his age and overall health.The ‍former president,82,has ⁣a tragic history with cancer,having lost his son,Beau Biden,to​ glioblastoma in 2015.

Doctors ⁢discovered the‍ cancer after biden ⁤reported increasing urinary symptoms.The diagnosis revealed a ‍Gleason score of ​9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the ‌bone. Despite the ‌severity, the cancer’s hormone sensitivity ​offers avenues for management, ⁣according to his office. Biden and his family are now ‌consulting with physicians to determine‍ the best course of treatment for this prostate cancer diagnosis.

Since leaving ⁢office,⁤ Biden had increased his public ‍profile, ⁣including an appearance on “The View.” He also hired a communications strategist amid critical reviews of his time in ​the ‌White House. His ⁢previous efforts to combat​ cancer include launching the “cancer moonshot” ⁣initiative​ during his vice presidency, which he later revived ⁤during his time as president.

The⁣ spread to the‍ bones presents challenges, but​ the cancer’s receptiveness‌ to hormone therapy could help slow its progression. Biden exited the ‍2024 race after a debate performance against​ Donald Trump ‍raised concerns about his ​fitness for office.⁣ He then endorsed Kamala ‌Harris, who ​ultimately ⁢lost to Trump in November.

Harris⁤ expressed her support via X, stating, “We ⁣are keeping him, Dr.Biden,⁢ and their ​entire family in our hearts and prayers during this time. Joe is a fighter.”

“We are keeping him, Dr. Biden, and their entire family in our hearts and prayers during this ‍time,” she wrote. “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.”

Trump also acknowledged⁤ Biden’s diagnosis on Truth‍ Social,saying,”Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis…we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”

“Melania and ⁤I are saddened to⁤ hear about Joe ​Biden’s recent medical diagnosis. We extend our warmest and best wishes to⁣ Jill and the family, and ​we wish Joe a fast and ⁤successful⁢ recovery,” ‍he wrote.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom⁢ joined⁢ other politicians⁤ in offering well wishes. House ​Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) also said his family is praying⁤ for the ⁣former president.

“Our ‍hearts are with President biden and ‌his ⁣entire family right now. 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 wrote on X.

What’s next

Biden is currently in Delaware with his family, focusing on ⁤exploring treatment options and navigating this new challenge.