Former President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, his office confirmed on May 18. Doctors discovered a prostate nodule after Biden reported worsening urinary symptoms. The cancer, which has spread to his bones, is hormone-sensitive and considered manageable.

His team stated: “While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease… the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management.” Biden and his family are currently exploring treatment options.

Biden, who served one term as president after defeating Donald Trump in 2020, ended his re-election campaign just three months before the vote. In a statement, he reflected: “It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President.”

Highlighting achievements from his term—including healthcare reform, veteran support, and climate action—Biden added, “I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down.”

He closed with optimism: “There is nothing America can’t do—when we do it together.”