Former President Joe Biden’s sudden prostate cancer announcement, coinciding with a damning new book release, has sparked widespread skepticism among conservatives and even some of his loyal supporters.
At a Glance
- Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer (Gleason score 9) that has metastasized to his bones
- The timing of the announcement coincides with the release of “Original Sin,” a book detailing Biden’s alleged cognitive decline
- Even Biden loyalists are reportedly suspicious about the timing and circumstances of the cancer revelation
- Medical experts question how such an aggressive cancer could have gone undetected if Biden was receiving regular health checks
- Biden’s team claims his last PSA test was in 2014 and he had never been diagnosed with prostate cancer before
Questionable Timing Raises Eyebrows
The announcement of former President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis has raised significant questions about transparency and timing within conservative circles. The revelation came precisely as “Original Sin: President Biden’s Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again,” co-authored by Axios reporter Alex Thompson and CNN’s Jake Tapper, hit bookstores. This book reportedly provides a scathing assessment of Biden’s health deterioration and cognitive decline during his presidency, painting a troubling picture of his administration’s inner workings.
Biden’s cancer announcement, which revealed a Gleason score of 9 (indicating high aggressiveness) and bone metastasis, has prompted skepticism about whether the timing was designed to generate sympathy or distract from the book’s damaging revelations. Thompson himself appeared on NewsNation’s “On Balance with Leland Vittert” to discuss the suspicious timing, noting that even Biden loyalists harbor doubts.
Medical Experts Question Detection Timeline
The medical community has expressed confusion regarding how such an aggressive cancer could have suddenly appeared without prior detection. Dr. Nick James, a prostate cancer specialist, questioned the plausibility of Biden’s condition emerging without warning, especially if he was receiving proper medical care. “I can’t say it’s impossible. It has to be possible, but it is very unusual if you’re having regular health checks to suddenly go from non-metastatic, not detectable to metastatic, very detectable,” Dr. James explained.
“Gleason grade 9 would have had an elevated PSA level for some time before this diagnosis, and he must have had a PSA test numerous times before. This is odd.” – Howard Forman.
Adding to the controversy, Biden’s team stated that his last known PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) test was conducted in 2014, a full decade ago. This revelation has shocked many medical professionals, who typically recommend regular PSA screenings for men over 50, especially those in their 70s and 80s. Representative Greg Murphy, who has medical expertise, emphasized that relying solely on PSA tests without physical examinations can miss cancer cases.
Transparency Concerns Echo Previous Administration Issues
The Biden White House faced numerous accusations of lacking transparency throughout his presidency, particularly regarding his health. Many conservatives have long suspected that his administration concealed information about his physical and cognitive condition from the American public. The timing of this cancer announcement, coming after Biden left office rather than during his presidency, has only fueled these suspicions among his critics.
Thompson, during his NewsNation appearance, mentioned that “even people that are loyal to Joe Biden, [and] love Joe Biden” have expressed suspicion about the timing and circumstances of the cancer announcement. This sentiment suggests that concerns about transparency extend beyond partisan lines and include individuals who otherwise support the former president.
“A man with a ‘below normal’ PSA can still have prostate cancer. This is why a rectal examination by your physician must ALSO be done. Unfortunately, some doctors are forgoing critical examination and relying only on the blood test. Make sure your doctor does both.” – Representative Greg Murphy.
Treatment Options and Future Outlook
Despite the controversy surrounding the announcement, medical experts note that Biden’s cancer is hormone-sensitive, which could allow for effective management. Prostate cancer remains the most common cancer among men in America, with varying treatment options depending on the stage of detection. Biden is reportedly reviewing treatment options with his physicians, though the metastatic nature of his cancer indicates a more serious prognosis than early-stage cases.
For many conservatives who questioned Biden’s fitness for office during his presidency, this diagnosis raises additional concerns about whether his health issues might have affected his decision-making capacity while serving as Commander-in-Chief. The revelation also casts a shadow over the Democratic Party’s decision to support his reelection campaign before he ultimately stepped aside.
