Does President Biden Have Parkinson's Disease? White House Denies Rumors

In recent weeks, speculation has been rife about President Joe Biden's health, with rumors circulating that he may be suffering from the early stages of Parkinson's disease. These rumors were fueled by reports that a top Parkinson's specialist, Dr. Kevin Cannard, had made multiple visits to the White House over the past two years.

However, in a heated White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre firmly denied these rumors, stating that President Biden is not receiving treatment for Parkinson's disease. Jean-Pierre clarified that Biden's recent medical evaluation in February showed no signs of neurological issues, including Parkinson's, strokes, or multiple sclerosis.

The White House has released a letter from Dr. Kevin O'Connor, Biden's physician, providing further clarity on the matter. According to the letter, the neurologist's frequent visits to the White House are not related to treating the President for Parkinson's disease. Instead, the neurologist has been seeing hundreds of White House staffers who have been experiencing neurological problems, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic.

As the oldest president in U.S. history, Biden has faced persistent questions about his age, physical condition, and mental acuity. The rumors about Parkinson's disease have added to the ongoing debates about his ability to continue his political career. However, with the final battle of the U.S. presidential election scheduled for November 2024, Biden, representing the Democrats, will face off against former President Donald Trump, the Republican nominee, in what promises to be a closely watched and highly contested race.