Biden's Daughter Shares Major Update On His Health From The Hospital
Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in October 2025.
Former President Joe Biden has completed a major round of cancer treatment, according to his family, following months of battling an aggressive form of prostate cancer that doctors say had spread to his bones.
The update came directly from Biden’s daughter, Ashley Biden, who shared an emotional message Monday on Instagram. In a short video post, she revealed that her father had finished a critical stage of his treatment, writing, “Rung the bell! Thank you to the incredible doctors, nurses, and staff at Penn Medicine. We are so grateful. Dad has been so damn brave throughout his treatment.”
Joe Biden and Ashley Biden holding hands while walking, Photo Credit: ProudArmyBrat/X
Ringing the bell is a long-standing tradition among cancer patients to mark the end of a major treatment phase, often signaling hope and perseverance after weeks or months of therapy.
A spokesperson for Biden later confirmed to CNN that the former president recently completed a course of radiation therapy, though his medical team has not yet determined what the next steps in his treatment will be. The update offered cautious optimism but made clear that Biden’s health journey is far from over.
Joe Biden with one of his doctors after he completed radiation treatment, Photo Credit: Chris D. Jackson/X
Biden’s post-presidential office first disclosed his diagnosis in May, revealing that doctors discovered the cancer after he reported urinary symptoms. Tests later confirmed the disease had metastasized, or spread to his bones—a serious development that significantly complicates treatment.
According to medical reports shared by his team, Biden’s cancer was classified with a Gleason score of 9, placing it among the most aggressive forms of prostate cancer. The Gleason scoring system ranges from 6 to 10, with higher scores indicating faster-growing, more difficult-to-treat cancers.
Joe Biden with his family after he completed radiation treatment, Photo Credit: Chris D. Jackson/X
Since his diagnosis, Biden has been undergoing a combination of radiation and hormone therapy, a standard approach for advanced prostate cancer cases. Sources close to the family say the 82-year-old former president has remained in good spirits, leaning on his family and faith throughout the ordeal.
This isn’t the first health challenge Biden has faced this year. Just last month, his office confirmed he underwent a minor surgical procedure to remove several skin cancer lesions from his forehead. Doctors described the procedure as routine, and his team said he was recovering well.
Despite stepping away from public life after leaving the White House, Biden has remained a visible figure through family updates and occasional public appearances. His daughter’s post Monday drew an outpouring of support from across the political spectrum, with many offering prayers and well-wishes for his continued recovery.
Joe Biden rings the bell after he completed his radiation treatment, Photo Credit: Chris D. Jackson/X
While Biden’s medical team has not commented on his long-term prognosis, his family’s message was clear: the former president is fighting hard—and doing so with courage.
As Ashley Biden put it, her father has faced one of the toughest battles of his life, and through it all, “he’s been so damn brave.”
CHAOS On the Set! House Minority Leader Explodes At CNBC Host After He's Cornered Over Obamacare Subsidies
CHAOS On the Set! House Minority Leader Explodes At CNBC Host After He's Cornered Over Obamacare Subsidies
THE CNBC SHOWDOWN: BECKY QUICK CALLS OUT THE RADICAL DEMOCRAT TRAP
WASHINGTON — The legislative tension surrounding the Affordable Care Act (ACA) reached a boiling point on national television this week. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) grew visibly upset during a heated exchange on CNBC.
The confrontation began when host Becky Quick pressed Jeffries on the extension of taxpayer-provided subsidies for "Obamacare." These subsidies, instituted during the Biden era, were designed to sunset on December 1.
Jeffries attempted to deflect responsibility, blaming Republicans for a potential "healthcare crisis." However, Quick was quick to remind him that it was his own party that implemented the provision leading to the current deadline.
"Let’s not go back to what’s done in the past," Quick challenged. "If you want something to get done, you NEED to do something bipartisan." This logical stance appeared to rattle the Minority Leader, who has long resisted GOP-led reforms.
The exchange grew more intense when Quick accused Jeffries of utilizing the subsidies as a political weapon. She suggested that Democrats actually want to see insurance rates go higher to force a political "trap" for the Republican majority.
"I think this is something where you’d like to see the rates go higher and allow Republicans to hang themselves with it," Quick asserted. Jeffries exploded in response, shouting, "That is a ridiculous assertion! Shame on you!"
SPEAKER JOHNSON HITS BACK: THE 60% PREMIUM HIKES AND THE BILLION-DOLLAR BAILOUT
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) wasted no time in reinforcing the GOP’s stance on the healthcare debate. During a press conference, Johnson addressed the subsidies and blamed Democrats for creating a "manufactured crisis."
Johnson pointed out that "Obamacare" was passed without a single Republican vote in 2010. He argued that the policy has cost American taxpayers trillions while causing medical premiums for many families to skyrocket by an estimated 60 percent.
"It is their policies that made that happen," Johnson declared. "Instead of reforming it, the Democrats don’t reform Obamacare. They want to subsidize it. They want to spend more taxpayer dollars to bail out insurance companies."
The Speaker highlighted that the Democrats’ plan focuses on directed subsidies that primarily benefit massive insurance corporations. This, he argued, only causes the underlying costs of healthcare to rise further for the average American.
The GOP majority in the 119th Congress is now working to end this cycle of corporate welfare. Johnson affirmed that Republicans are the ones truly fighting to save healthcare through ideas that reduce costs and increase quality for all.
CLEANING UP THE MESS: GOP PROTECTS MEDICAID WHILE DEMOCRATS PUSH FEAR
While Jeffries and the radical Left push for more spending, the Republican majority has already begun implementing measures to eliminate fraud and waste. This includes a massive effort to clean up the Medicaid enrollment rolls.
"We got millions of ineligible enrollees off the program," Johnson stated. This move has strengthened Medicaid for the people who truly rely on it, including the elderly, the disabled, and young pregnant women in need of care.
The Speaker also dismissed claims that the recent government shutdown was about healthcare. He labeled such assertions as "false claims" intended to incite fear among the public and protect the radical Left’s spending agenda.
"Everybody knows this is about something else," Johnson continued. "It’s about FEAR." He argued that the Democrats are terrified of a government that actually lives within its means and prioritizes the taxpayer over the political elite.
As the debate moves forward, the GOP is focused on a "Make America Healthy Again" mandate. This includes reforming dietary guidelines and metabolic health standards to reduce the need for expensive, subsidized chronic care.
SECURING THE FUTURE: THE RECKONING FOR THE RADICAL HEALTHCARE AGENDA
The explosion on CNBC is a clear sign that the radical Left is losing its grip on the healthcare narrative. Jeffries’ inability to defend the sunsetting subsidies without resorting to personal attacks proves the GOP has the upper hand.
The 53-seat majority in the Senate and the decisive GOP House are now moving toward a unified healthcare plan. This plan will prioritize patient choice, price transparency, and the elimination of corporate insurance bailouts.
President Trump has made it clear that "woke" healthcare policy is coming to an end. From the border to the doctor's office, the administration is restoring the rule of law and the principles of fiscal sanity to the American Republic.
The final verdict on the Hakeem Jeffries meltdown is one of weakness and desperation. As Speaker Johnson and the GOP lead the charge for real reform, the American people can finally look forward to a system that is actually affordable and fair.
THUNE CAUGHT RED-HANDED: TRUMP EXPLODES SENATE LEADERSHIP BATTLE HEATS UP AS TRUMP WEIGHS IN
THUNE CAUGHT RED-HANDED: TRUMP EXPLODES SENATE LEADERSHIP BATTLE HEATS UP AS TRUMP WEIGHS IN
WASHINGTON, D.C. — July 15, 2026 — A significant rift has emerged within the upper echelons of the Republican Party as Senate Majority Leader John Thune has formally signaled his intent to maintain support for incumbent Senator John Cornyn, directly opposing the recent endorsement of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton by President Donald Trump.
The Texas Primary Flashpoint
The public divergence marks a high-stakes moment for the 2026 Senate cycle, highlighting the ongoing tension between the Senate’s institutional leadership and the populist wing of the GOP. Following President Trump’s declaration on Truth Social that Paxton is a “warrior for Texas values,” the Texas Senate primary has transformed into a barometer for the party’s ideological future.
In a pointed defense of his alignment, Leader Thune signaled that while the party respects the President's influence, institutional loyalty remains a pillar of his leadership strategy.
"None of us can control what the president does. That doesn’t change the way I feel. I will continue to be supportive of Senator Cornyn in his re-election,"
Thune stated during a press availability in Washington. The Majority Leader lauded Cornyn’s long-standing legislative record and his stability within the chamber, framing him as a "principled conservative" whose experience is essential for the upcoming congressional term.
National Implications and Electoral Risks
The intra-party battle has drawn sharp criticism from President Trump, who took to social media to characterize Cornyn as having been insufficiently supportive during his previous administration. By backing Paxton—a figure who has navigated multiple high-profile legal challenges, including a legislative impeachment—the President is signaling a demand for a more confrontational approach to federal and state governance.
Meanwhile, national political strategists are closely monitoring the fallout. Democrats, led by challenger James Talarico, are viewing the intensifying infighting as a strategic opening. With early polling suggesting a competitive race, moderate GOP analysts have expressed concerns that a protracted, expensive, and polarizing runoff could undermine the party’s traditional "safe" margin in Texas.
Despite these tactical warnings, Leader Thune remains optimistic regarding the party's broader legislative outlook. He expressed absolute confidence that the Republican Party will not only retain its six-seat majority in the Senate but potentially expand it, regardless of the outcome in the Texas primary. As the state moves toward the primary runoff, the divide between the establishment and the populist wings of the party continues to define the landscape of the 2026 midterms.
