Only 25 Weeks Left? As Biden’s Health Worsens, Trump Launches Investigations — A Political Shake-Up Looms in Washington
Reported by Global Times, translated and adapted for DailyNewspapers.in
In a stunning development that has rocked the political world, reports have emerged that 82-year-old former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer, which has already spread to his bones. Sources suggest he may have less than 25 weeks to live. The news has shocked the global community and plunged American politics into a new era of uncertainty.
Donald Trump, Biden’s longtime political rival and current presidential candidate, expressed mixed emotions upon hearing of Biden’s condition. Despite their fierce battles in two presidential elections, Trump issued a message of sympathy. However, he also raised serious concerns: how could a sitting president, with access to the best medical care in the world, allow a common form of cancer to progress so far without public disclosure?
Trump suggested that there may have been a deliberate cover-up and hinted at launching an investigation into Biden’s medical team. Several Republican lawmakers echoed Trump’s suspicions, suggesting that Biden may have been diagnosed while still in office, and that the Democratic Party concealed the truth to keep him in the race. While these claims lack concrete evidence at this stage, they have added fuel to partisan tensions.
Trump Targets Harris Amid Growing Uncertainty
As Biden’s health dominated headlines, Trump quickly shifted focus to Vice President Kamala Harris. On May 19, he accused Harris on social media of attempting to “buy support” through payments masked as entertainment expenses — allegedly paying celebrities, talk show hosts, and influencers to endorse her and elevate her public image. Trump called for a formal investigation into what he described as unethical campaign practices.
This attack on Harris was not unexpected. As Biden’s approval ratings declined and his health deteriorated, Harris was floated as the likely Democratic nominee. Yet her political record has been widely criticized as underwhelming. Her campaign has largely echoed Biden’s agenda, lacking bold new proposals. She has relied heavily on criticizing Trump, even after his recent election success. In an April speech in San Francisco, for example, Harris slammed Trump’s trade policies, calling them “reckless” and harmful to the U.S. economy — her first major public appearance since stepping down as VP.
When Biden’s diagnosis was made public, Harris issued a subdued response, calling him a “fighter” and wishing him a strong recovery. Many observers found the statement cold and lacking emotion, which further opened the door for Trump to exploit the situation.
The Stakes: Could Harris Be Disqualified?
Trump’s renewed attacks on Harris may be part of a broader strategy to weaken Democratic support. If any campaign violations are proven, Harris’s candidacy could be at risk — and the Democratic Party could face a serious internal crisis just months before the election. Trump’s goal appears to be clear: capitalize on Biden’s downfall to isolate Harris and discredit the Democratic platform.
If successful, Trump’s move could lead to a second political purge of the White House, diminishing Democratic influence further and consolidating Republican control. This political upheaval could reshape the U.S. political landscape heading into the 2028 election and beyond.
Hollywood and the “Cat Lady” Controversy
Hollywood has long been a stronghold for the Democratic Party, and celebrities often play a crucial role in mobilizing voters. During the 2024 election, numerous high-profile entertainers endorsed Kamala Harris — including pop superstar Taylor Swift. Swift, with over 280 million followers on social media, openly backed Harris and even posted a photo of herself holding a cat, captioned “Child-free cat lady,” a subtle jab at Trump’s running mate, J.D. Vance, who emphasized traditional family values.
Now, with Trump calling for investigations into Harris’s ties to the entertainment world, a new storm is brewing — one that may ripple through both political and pop culture spheres.
What’s Next?
With Biden’s condition casting a long shadow over the Democratic Party, and Trump aggressively pursuing investigations and public scrutiny, American politics is bracing for a major transformation. The next few months could determine the balance of power for years to come.
Will Harris weather the storm and rally her base? Can Democrats recover from this crisis in time for the 2028 election? And how far will Trump go in reshaping the political order?
One thing is certain — the drama in Washington is far from over.
— DailyNewspapers.in
