- Hunter Biden says his father's cancer has spread, causing serious pain, marking one of the family's most detailed public updates since May 2025.
- Political leaders from both parties have expressed support and wished Joe Biden well during his treatment since his diagnosis became public.
- Medical experts have said that metastatic prostate cancer can often be treated with hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and other medications, though it is generally not considered curable.
- The former president's office has previously said Biden is working closely with his physicians to evaluate treatment options and thanked the public for its support.
Hunter Biden disclosed that his father, Joe Biden, is battling metastatic prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, causing him significant pain. In a recent interview, Hunter stated, "It's very painful and it's very debilitating in many respects," highlighting the severity of the situation.13
Hunter expressed his sadness over his father's condition, saying, "It's really sad to watch," and added, "I wish he would complain more, because it’s not good." This marks one of the most detailed public updates from the Biden family since May 2025, when Joe Biden first revealed his aggressive cancer diagnosis.
Medical experts note that while metastatic prostate cancer can be treated with hormone therapy and chemotherapy, it is generally not considered curable. The former president's office has stated that he is working closely with his physicians to evaluate treatment options and has expressed gratitude for the public's support during this challenging time. Political leaders from both parties have also extended their well wishes to Biden as he navigates his health struggles.24
Biden left office in January 2025 after serving one term as president, and his health has been a topic of concern since his diagnosis became public.
“The comments mark one of the family's most detailed public updates since May 2025, when Joe Biden disclosed an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Medical experts note that metastatic prostate cancer can often be treated with hormone therapy and chemotherapy, though it is generally not considered curable.”
