Donald Trump reacts to Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis

Donald Trump has spoken out after former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with cancer. 

Following an announcement from Biden’s personal office that he has been diagnosed with “aggressive” prostate cancer, Trump, 78, shared a statement on Truth Social wishing Biden, 82, a “successful recovery.” 

“Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis,” Trump wrote. “We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.” 

Earlier on Sunday, May 18, Biden’s personal office announced in a statement obtained by Wall Street Journal reporter Ken Thomas that he received the diagnosis after seeing a doctor last week. 

“Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms,” the statement said.

“On Friday, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone,” the statement continued. “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.” 
 

A number of other political figures have spoken out in the wake of Biden’s medical announcement, including his former vice president, Kamala Harris.