Biden scales back book tour as cancer 'slows me down'

Former U.S. President Joe Biden has adjusted his plans to promote his forthcoming memoir due to his battle with aggressive prostate cancer, which sometimes leaves him struggling. The 83-year-old Democrat revealed on X that he will be unable to make as many public appearances as initially hoped for the release of his book, "Promise Me, America" on November 17.

While some days are better than others, Biden acknowledged that the illness can slow him down. He wrote, "What that means is, unfortunately, I won't be able to do as many conversations about my book as I'd hoped." Despite this, Biden expressed hope that the words on the page would speak for themselves. He disclosed his prostate cancer diagnosis in May 2025, four months after leaving the White House, adding that he has since undergone radiation and hormone therapy.

Hunter Biden reported in August that the disease had spread further, causing considerable pain. Despite the challenges, Biden maintained an optimistic outlook about his treatment.