Trump Reacts To Joe Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis

President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on Sunday after learning that his predecessor, former President Joe Biden, had been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer that had already metastasized to his bones.

Trump responded to the sad news in a post on his Truth Social platform that was also shared by the White House’s official X account, saying that he and First Lady Melania Trump wished Biden and his family the best and hoped his treatment and recovery would be quick.

“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 posted.

“Melania and I are saddened to hear about @JoeBiden’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.” –President Donald J. Trump ???????? pic.twitter.com/6HjermTGK7

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) May 18, 2025

The news of Biden’s diagnosis broke on Sunday, just five days after it was reported that his doctors had discovered a “nodule” on his prostate and were conducting a more thorough examination.

“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,” Biden’s team said in a statement. “While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management. The President and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians.”

Former Vice President Kamala Harris also shared her thoughts on the news in a post to X, saying, “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.”

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… pic.twitter.com/gG5nB0GMPp

— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) May 18, 2025