Hunter Biden says his father's cancer has spread

Former President Joe Biden's prostate cancer has progressed, spreading to his bones and causing significant pain and debilitation, according to his son Hunter Biden. In a candid interview with BBC News, Hunter Biden expressed emotion while discussing his father's condition, describing it as "very sad to watch." The cancer, diagnosed in May of the previous year, was described as "metastasized into his bones and further" by Hunter Biden.

Despite his age of 83, Joe Biden, the oldest man to serve as U.S. president, has continued to speak out on public issues, much to the concern of his White House advisers. The family has faced criticism for allegedly concealing the extent of his health problems, particularly after his disappointing debate performance against President Trump in their re-election bid.

Joe Biden revealed his cancer diagnosis in May of the previous year, undergoing surgery for skin cancer in September and radiation therapy for prostate cancer in October. Former first lady Jill Biden recalled the shock of learning of his diagnosis, noting that it was not discovered during his time in office. Hunter Biden acknowledged the difficulty of the situation for his family, expressing a desire for his father to complain more about his health.

Despite his condition, Joe Biden remains active, speaking publicly about issues important to him and is set to publish a memoir after the midterm elections.