Former President Joe Biden made his first public appearance at a Memorial Day event in Delaware since publicly announcing his prostate cancer diagnosis, which has metastasized to his bones. Despite this health challenge, Biden expressed optimism about his treatment plan, stating, “The expectation is we’re going to be able to beat this.”
In contrast, former President Donald Trump recently reposted a baseless conspiracy theory on Truth Social alleging that Biden was executed in 2020 and replaced by “clones and robotic engineered entities.” These false claims, shared on May 31, have been widely debunked, with confirmation that Biden is alive and remains politically active, having served from 2021 to 2025 before ending his campaign for a second term last summer after a contentious debate with Trump.
Amid these discussions, Trump has faced criticism for his history of promoting misinformation, including claims regarding former President Barack Obama’s birthplace, which he retracted shortly before the 2016 election. The White House has been approached for comments on Trump’s misleading claims about Biden. Additionally, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has suggested that Jill Biden should address concerns about her husband’s mental fitness, alleging a cover-up of his health issues.
Biden’s return to public speaking amidst his health struggles underscores his resilience, while the reactions from Trump serve as a reminder of the ongoing political tensions and the prevalence of misinformation in today’s discourse.
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