Jill Biden says she prays to late son about Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis

Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden shared her intimate thoughts on her podcast, discussing how she prays to her late son, Beau Biden, for comfort as her family supports former President Joe Biden's battle with aggressive prostate cancer. Beau, who passed away in 2015 after fighting brain cancer, remains a source of strength and longing for Jill Biden. In her memoir, she wrote about Beau's death, her family's struggles, and the 2024 presidential election.

Jill Biden expressed frustration with Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis, pleading with Beau in prayer, "Beau, where are you? I need you." Her comments follow the publication of her memoir, where she reflected on her relationship with faith during Beau's final moments and her son Hunter Biden's fight with drug addiction.

During a podcast episode, Jill Biden recounted the emotional moment prosecutors played excerpts of Hunter Biden's memoir during his 2024 federal gun trial. She found it heartbreaking to hear her son's story firsthand and believes that good things often emerge from difficult experiences. She encouraged others to seek help for substance abuse, recognizing that Hunter's openness has inspired hope in those facing similar challenges.

However, listening to her son's recount of his past struggles, including crack cocaine use, remains a painful reminder for Jill Biden.