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Hunter Biden Reveals Father Joe Biden's Painful Battle with Advanced Cancer
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Hunter Biden Reveals Father Joe Biden's Painful Battle with Advanced Cancer

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Hunter Biden revealed that his father, former U.S. President Joe Biden, is suffering from advanced, painful cancer.
  • He described the cancer as having spread to his bones and beyond, causing significant suffering.
  • Hunter also stated that his own pardon from his father was unfair and that he has no interest in politics.

Hunter Biden has disclosed that his father, former U.S. President Joe Biden, is battling advanced cancer that has spread to his bones and is causing him considerable pain. In an interview with the BBC, Hunter described the situation as "truly heartbreaking" to witness.

The cancer has spread to his bones and beyond. It's very painful.

โ€” Hunter BidenDescribing his father's advanced cancer in a BBC interview.

While Joe Biden publicly revealed his prostate cancer diagnosis after leaving office and underwent surgery for skin cancer cells in September of the previous year, Hunter's remarks suggest a potential worsening of the condition. Hunter expressed a wish that his father would complain more about his health issues.

It's truly heartbreaking to watch.

โ€” Hunter BidenExpressing his feelings about his father's health struggles.

Reflecting on the 2024 presidential debate, which was marked by concerns over Joe Biden's cognitive abilities, Hunter admitted he was "shocked" and sensed something was wrong. He attributed his father's performance to physical fatigue from extensive travel.

I was shocked. I sensed something was wrong.

โ€” Hunter BidenRecalling his reaction to Joe Biden's performance during the 2024 presidential debate.

Furthermore, Hunter Biden described the pardon he received from his father on December 1, 2024, amidst 12 charges including illegal firearm possession, as "not fair." He acknowledged being "the most privileged person" and receiving something unique from his father. However, he asserted that he and his father had not discussed the pardon before it was decided. Hunter also dismissed rumors of his own political ambitions, stating he has "absolutely no interest" in elected office.

I am the most privileged person. I received from my father what no one else in the world could have received.

โ€” Hunter BidenDiscussing the pardon he received from his father.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.