Joe Biden’s brother, Frank Biden, revealed to CBS News that the President’s declining health significantly influenced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race.
Joe Biden officially announced his exit from the race on Sunday via X, after spending four days at his Rehoboth Beach residence. Notably, Biden did not provide specific reasons for his decision to drop out.
There has been speculation that former President Obama played a role in Biden’s decision.
Frank Biden’s statement to CBS News conveyed a somber tone, expressing a desire to spend more time with his brother.
“I’m incredibly proud of my brother. Selfishly, I will have him back to enjoy whatever time we have left,” Frank Biden told CBS News, hinting at the severity of Joe Biden’s health issues.
Frank Biden confirmed that Joe Biden’s declining health “absolutely” played a “considerable role” in his decision to withdraw from the presidential race, a fact that the Biden administration had consistently denied.
This revelation has sparked concerns about Joe Biden’s well-being, with some questioning his current state. Fox News hosts Bret Baier and Dana Perino even called for proof of life on Sunday.
“Not physically seeing Biden – not addressing a camera in Delaware, let alone an Oval Office statement like LBJ did…it is disconcerting, isn’t it?” Bret Baier remarked.
“Right! They didn’t even release a White House still photograph. Nothing! I hope he’s fine, but you can forgive people for wondering if we are really living Weekend at Bernie’s right now. Like, proof of life, please! Let’s see it!” Dana Perino added.
This has led to widespread speculation and concern about the true state of President Biden’s health and well-being.