Former President Joe Biden Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer

82-year-old Ex-U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with a highly aggressive form of prostate cancer, his office confirmed on Sunday. The cancer, which was detected after urinary symptoms led to the discovery of a nodule of the prostate, has progressed to the bone and carries a Gleason score of 9.

Though there is a bleak prognosis, the cancer is hormone-sensitive, and hope remains for a successful outcome. Biden and his family are weighing options, and the news has drawn a bipartisan wave of well-wishes.

X reactions reflect concern and sympathy.

@WhiteHouse re-posted President Trump’s tweet: “Melania and I wish Joe a fast recovery.”

@natashasweeting posted, “SWEET BABY JESUS NOOOOO,” in unfiltered emotion.

Ohio Democrats, by @wsyx6, sent their best wishes, emphasizing Biden’s enduring legacy.

But @VinceCoglianese quoted a urologist questioning the late diagnosis, referencing controversy over medical supervision.

The diagnosis puts a human face to a polarizing figure, remembering our shared vulnerability. As Biden battles this illness, the nation breathes in anticipation of his recovery.