Biden, 82, addressed reporters after a Memorial Day event in Delaware, sharing an encouraging prognosis and details of his treatment plan.

“We’re going to be able to beat this,” Biden remarked, revealing that he has started medication and is working with a renowned surgeon who survived the same diagnosis decades ago. “It’s all a matter of taking a pill, one particular pill for the next six weeks and then another one. The expectation is we’re going to be able to beat this. There's no - it's not in any organ, my bones are strong, it hadn't penetrated."

Biden's office had previously stated that his cancer, which had spread to his bones, is a more aggressive form but appeared to be sensitive to hormone therapy. Biden’s cancer received a Gleason score of 9, denoting a high level of aggression according to pathology reports. Despite this, the treatment path is designed to effectively manage the disease by blocking testosterone production, which fuels prostate cancer growth.

Biden took a moment to address ongoing scrutiny over his health and past political campaigns. He humorously dismissed doubts about his capabilities, stating, “You can see that I'm mentally incompetent and I can't walk,” before asserting his confidence against critics. Reflecting on the previous election, Biden affirmed his belief that he could have defeated Donald Trump if he had remained in the race, while criticizing detractors within his own party.

The former president also emphasized the significant historical moment facing the country and the world, expressing pride in his presidential record and the importance of upcoming decisions. Despite a divided political climate, Biden remains committed to public engagement and defending his legacy.

The Memorial Day event coincided with the 10th anniversary of the death of Biden's son, Beau Biden, who succumbed to brain cancer. The event provided a poignant backdrop as Biden honored his son’s memory alongside his grandson, Robert "Hunter" Biden II. Reflecting on the personal loss, Biden found solace in the collective remembrance of fallen heroes at the event.