Former US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, his office announced. Both Republican and Democratic politicians have expressed their wishes for his recovery.
The 82-year-old ex-president underwent tests last week due to urinary tract symptoms. On Friday, prostate cancer with bone metastases was confirmed. According to his office, the cancer is hormone-sensitive, making treatment possible. Biden and his family are currently evaluating treatment options.
President Trump and First Lady Melania expressed their sadness over the news, offering warm wishes to Biden's family. Despite political rivalries, Trump wished Biden a speedy recovery.
Kamala Harris, Biden's intended Democratic successor, also voiced her support, calling Biden a fighter who will face this challenge with strength and optimism.
Biden's health was a major topic during last year's presidential election, with concerns about his mental fitness leading to calls for him not to run again. His son Beau died of brain cancer in 2015, and as president, Biden launched the Cancer Moonshot program to reduce cancer deaths.