Former President Joe Biden made a public appearance at his grandson’s high school graduation on Friday, marking his first event since revealing his recent prostate cancer diagnosis. The graduation ceremony for Robert Hunter Biden II took place at Salisbury School in Connecticut, and family members, including former First Lady Jill Biden and daughter Ashley, shared celebratory photos on Instagram. Jill Biden captioned one photo, “Proud Nana and Pop! Congratulations Hunter — we are so proud of you.”
Biden announced his diagnosis on Sunday, stating that he had discovered a prostate nodule due to increasing urinary symptoms. His medical team reported that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone. A follow-up statement indicated that Biden had not been diagnosed with prostate cancer prior and had not been tested for it in over a decade.
This announcement reignited discussions among Democrats regarding Biden’s age and health ahead of the 2024 presidential campaign, particularly following the release of a critical book examining his cognitive abilities. Despite these concerns, Biden’s family defended him against claims of declining health. His granddaughter, Naomi Biden, criticized the book as filled with “unoriginal, uninspired lies” from self-serving journalists. She expressed confidence that truth about her grandfather would ultimately emerge, reinforcing his integrity and dedication.
The incident highlights the ongoing scrutiny around Biden’s health amidst political campaigning, as concerns persist about his physical and cognitive capacity to lead.
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