“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.”
Vice President Kamala Harris also released a statement:
“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.”
Other public figures, including California Representative Ro Khanna, Meghan McCain, and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, expressed their support and reflected on the widespread impact of cancer in their own families.
Health professionals emphasize that prostate cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer among men, particularly older individuals. Outcomes vary depending on early detection and the tumor’s characteristics at diagnosis.
This health challenge is a personal one for Biden, who has long been active in promoting cancer research and care initiatives. Following the loss of his son Beau Biden to brain cancer in 2015, he launched the Cancer Moonshot program during his presidency to enhance cancer research and improve treatment accessibility.
The Biden family is currently consulting with doctors to determine the appropriate next steps in care. Further updates may be shared as more information becomes available.