In a shocking revelation from the upcoming political exposé Original Sin, co-authored by CNN’s Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson, former President Joe Biden’s aides allegedly considered using a wheelchair during the 2024 campaign—not out of necessity, but to mask his growing physical decline.
This claim comes just one day after Biden’s aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis made headlines, adding urgency and concern to his already scrutinized health history.
Joe Biden. Credit / Getty Images
The Book That Lifted the Curtain
According to Original Sin, Biden’s team was deeply aware of the optics surrounding his health. With footage of stumbles and awkward moments fueling public speculation, aides were reportedly scrambling to manage his image.
TMZ reports that the idea of presenting Biden in a wheelchair was floated as a last resort during key campaign events. Ultimately, it was rejected as too politically risky, particularly with critics already questioning Biden’s cognitive and physical competence.
The plan was to revisit the option after the election, but Biden’s campaign didn’t survive long enough for that.
A Nation Watches — And Wonders
Biden, now 82, dropped out of the 2024 race just three months before Election Day. His exit followed a lackluster debate performance against Donald Trump, triggering a domino effect within the Democratic Party. Kamala Harris stepped in to take the baton but ultimately lost to Trump.
And now, the story of aides allegedly prioritizing political perception over transparency raises unsettling questions about how far campaigns will go to shield public figures from vulnerability.
Biden Responds: “There’s Nothing to Sustain That”
Just last week, during an interview on The View, Biden denied any cognitive decline, pushing back against ongoing speculation.
“They are wrong,” he said firmly. “There’s nothing to sustain that.”
When host Whoopi Goldberg raised the June 2024 debate as evidence, Biden insisted critics overreacted.
“We were still winning the primary,” he said. “Some in leadership and major donors panicked, but the Democratic base didn’t.”
He emphasized that he left a well-organized campaign in Harris’s hands and had confidence in her ability to carry the mission forward.
Cancer Diagnosis Compounds the Concern
On May 18, Biden’s office revealed he had been diagnosed with stage 9 prostate cancer that has spread to the bones. According to his doctor, the cancer is aggressive, with a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5)—but it is hormone-sensitive, allowing for potential treatment options.
“While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease,” the statement read, “the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management.”
His long-standing battle with health issues now feels more profound, especially with his previous history of skin cancer and surgery in 2023.
Politics, Perception, and Humanity
As the curtain is pulled back on what really happened behind the scenes, Biden’s story is becoming one of resilience—and ruthless political strategy. The suggestion of a wheelchair as an image-management tool reveals the intense pressure placed on candidates to appear invincible, even in moments of extreme vulnerability.
Yet, Biden has never hidden his personal struggles, from the tragic loss of his son Beau to his passionate work in cancer research advocacy. While political strategy may have failed him in the end, his human story continues to inspire empathy.
Closing Thoughts: More Than Optics
Whether you’re navigating a mortgage, struggling with insurance claims, or managing your own recovery—this story underscores that appearances can be misleading, and health is the great equalizer.
In an age of political theater, the most important stage is the one we live our lives on—and no candidate, president, or person is immune from the reality of aging.
Wishing Joe Biden strength and peace in the days ahead.
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