US President Joe Biden Expresses Concern for King Charles’s Cancer Diagnosis
US President Joe Biden has expressed his concern for King Charles’s recent cancer diagnosis and hopes to speak to him soon. During a union event in Las Vegas, Biden told reporters that he had just heard about the King’s diagnosis and stated, “I’m concerned about him.” He added that he would be speaking to him soon, “God willing.”
Buckingham Palace had earlier announced that the King was undergoing treatment for cancer. Although the specific type of cancer has not been disclosed, a statement from the Palace revealed that the King began receiving “regular treatments” on Monday. Despite his diagnosis, the King remains optimistic about his treatment and is looking forward to resuming his full public duties as soon as possible.
In a post on X later that day, President Biden shared a message of support, saying, “Navigating a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship takes hope and absolute courage. Jill and I join the people of the United Kingdom in praying that His Majesty experiences a swift and full recovery.” This sentiment holds personal significance for Biden, as his son Beau passed away from brain cancer at the age of 46, and his close friend, Republican Senator John McCain, also succumbed to cancer in 2018.
At 75 years old, King Charles will be receiving outpatient treatment and will temporarily pause his public events. However, he will continue fulfilling his constitutional role as the head of state, including paperwork and private meetings.
The news of King Charles’s diagnosis has garnered international attention and well wishes from leaders around the world. The US State Department expressed their sadness at the news, with spokesman Vedant Patel stating, “Our thoughts are with the King… and his family.” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also sent his well wishes, assuring the King that Canadians across the country were thinking of him and hoping for a fast and full recovery.
Former President Donald Trump, who had developed a close relationship with the King during his presidency, described him as a “wonderful man” and expressed his prayers for a speedy recovery on his social media site, Truth Social.
In the midst of this news, Prince Harry, who currently resides in California with his wife Meghan Markle, is planning to travel to the UK to visit his father. The Duke of Sussex moved to the US after stepping back as a senior royal in 2020, but he remains connected to his family and is making arrangements to be by his father’s side during this challenging time.
As the world awaits further updates on King Charles’s condition, the outpouring of support from global leaders and the planned visit from Prince Harry demonstrate the widespread concern and solidarity for the King and the Royal Family. The focus now remains on the King’s health and recovery, with hopes for a swift return to his duties and a positive outcome in his battle against cancer.
