Trump, lawmakers wish Biden well after cancer diagnoses

What they're saying:

Trump said on Truth Social, "Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden's recent medical diagnosis. We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery."

Former President Obama said in a Facebook tribute to his vice president that he and former first lady Michelle Obama were thinking of the entire Biden family.

• "Nobody has done more to find breakthrough treatments for cancer in all its forms than Joe," Obama said of Biden, who spearheaded the Cancer Moonshot initiative following the death of his son from brain cancer. The project was an effort to cut cancer death rates and improve the experiences of people affected by cancer that Biden stepped up when he was president.
• "I am certain he will fight this challenge with his trademark resolve and grace," Obama added. "We pray for a fast and full recovery."

Harris wrote on Bluesky that she and her husband, former second gentleman Doug Emhoff, were saddened to learn of Biden's diagnoses.

• The 2024 Democratic vice presidential candidate said they're keeping him, former first lady Jill Biden and their family "in our hearts and prayers," adding: "Joe is a fighter — and I know he will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience, and optimism that have always defined his life and leadership. We are hopeful for a full and speedy recovery."

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said on X he's praying for the former president and the Biden family.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said in a statement that he, the "House Democratic Caucus and our nation are praying" for Biden and his family.

• "Over the years, the Biden family has confronted unimaginable adversity with grace and steadfast perseverance," he added. "We stand with President Biden as he confronts this moment with the same courage and resilience he has shown throughout his life."

Rep. Greg Murphy (R-N.C.), who is a urologist, noted in a video posted to X that with "many medical interventions" life expectancy can be extended by several years."

• Murphy's hope is that Biden "will have good, good treatment awaiting him, and that his cancer responds well to the diagnosis."

House Speaker Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) wrote on X, "This is certainly sad news, and the Johnson family will be joining the countless others who are praying for the former President in the wake of his diagnosis."

Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) said on Bluesky he's praying for his "friend" Biden and "will be keeping Joe, the entire Biden family, and the medical professionals treating him in our thoughts," adding: "Continue to keep the faith, Joe."

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Facebook, "I'm thinking of the Bidens as they take on cancer, a disease they've done so much to try to spare other families from. Wishing you a speedy, full recovery."

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.) said on X that as a cancer survivor, she knows how difficult this news can be and wished the former president a full and speedy recovery.

• "I send my love and support to President Biden and his family. He's a ferocious fighter, and I know he'll handle this battle with strength and dignity," she said.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) wrote on X that she's "sorry to see this news," adding: "Cancer is truly awful. My Dad passed away in 2021 with cancer. Prays for Joe Biden and his family."

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) said on X he's praying for Biden to defeat the cancer he's recently been diagnosed with, adding: "He and Jill have always been fighters and I am confident they will meet this challenge with grit and grace."

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) expressed her sadness on X at Biden's cancer diagnosis and said she's "wishing him and his family well as he begins treatment."

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) wrote on X, "Our hearts are with President Biden and his entire family right now. A man of dignity, strength, and compassion like his deserves to live a long and beautiful life. Sending strength, healing and prayers his way."

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Editor's note: This article has been updated with new details throughout.