White House: Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's disease
Previously, the "New York Times" reported that Dr. Kevin Cannard, a neurologist specializing in Parkinson's disease, had visited the White House eight times between the summer of 2023 and this spring. Press Secretary Jean-Pierre asked reporters for "respect" in response to speculations about Biden's constitution.
Previously, National Security Council Spokesperson John Kirby had also commented on the matter. Kirby told journalists that NATO allies, who were gathering for a summit in Washington this week, had no concerns regarding Biden's leadership qualities.
"The question assumes that they would need to be reassured about American leadership and President Biden's engagement," Kirby replied to a related journalist question. He did not believe "that is the case," Kirby added. "We have not detected any such signs from our allies."
The 81-year-old Biden has faced an increasingly contentious debate within his own party about his mental fitness for the presidency following his disastrous television debate performance against his rival Donald Trump at the end of June. However, Biden has stated that he is "determined" to remain in the presidential race.
- According to the New York Times, Dr. Kevin Cannard, a neurologist, visited the White House eight times to see President Biden, who is dealing with Parkinson's disease.
- Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre urged reporters for respect in response to speculations about Biden's constitution, following the New York Times report.
- National Security Council Spokesperson John Kirby addressed concerns about Biden's leadership and engagement, stating that NATO allies have shown no such worries during their summit in Washington.
- Despite rumors of his mental fitness for the presidency, President Biden, at 81 years old, has expressed his determination to continue in the presidential race, as reported by various news outlets.
- Joe Biden's neurologist, Dr. Kevin Cannard, is not a new face at the White House, having visited numerous times to monitor the US President's health condition related to Parkinson's disease.
