Joe Biden's brother sparks family fury after claiming President dropped out of race due to health issues

WASHINGTON, DC: President Joe Biden's youngest brother, Frank Biden, made headlines with his assertion that the 81-year-old president's decision to bow out of the 2024 race was driven by health concerns.

Speaking to both CBS and ABC News, Frank confidently stated, "In my humble opinion, absolutely," attributing the president's decision to his overall health and vitality.

He also endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the successor. "Selfishly, I will have him back to enjoy whatever time we have left," Frank told CBS, while to ABC News, he elaborated that the decision "boils down" to Biden's health and the need to confront "the genuine threat to our nation in the form of Donald Trump."

Joe Biden's youngest brother Frank says he quit race over health issues

However, a Biden family source quickly dismissed Frank Biden's claims. "Frank Biden suffers from alcoholism and hasn't spoken to his brother in weeks," the source told CBS, calling his statements "completely untrue." The source emphasized that the president's decision was not based on his health or age, despite some signs of cognitive decline.

Frank has been a source of tension within the family, often using the President's name for his business dealings, including an advertisement on Biden's inauguration day. The public back-and-forth with Frank followed Hunter Biden's supportive statement, praising his father for being able to "absorb the pain of countless everyday Americans after he withdrew from the presidential race."

"That unconditional love has been his North Star as a President, and as a parent. He is unique in public life today, in that there is no distance between Joe Biden the man and Joe Biden the public servant of the last 54 years," Hunter said. "I'm so lucky every night I get to tell him I love him, and to thank him. I ask all Americans to join me tonight in doing the same. Thank you, Mr President. I love you, Dad."

Joe Biden battling Covid-19 at his Delaware home

Joe Biden, 81, who is currently battling Covid-19, is at his home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, with his wife Jill Biden. They have been sequestered there with his closest advisers, deliberating over his political future. The President had faced immense pressure from his party to step down following his poor debate performance against Donald Trump.

In a letter to the American people, Biden wrote, "While it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term."

Joe Biden endorses Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor

Joe Biden's unexpected move has thrown the presidential race into disarray but allows the Democrats time to organize before their August convention. Hunter, who frequently communicates with his father, has been involved in White House meetings and supported by his father through various personal struggles, including addiction and legal issues.

Jill and the rest of the Biden family have shown unwavering support for the President's decision. The First Lady retweeted his announcement letter with two red hearts, while Naomi Biden, the president's eldest granddaughter, expressed she was "proud of her pop," in a heartfelt post on X.

Biden endorsed Vice President Harris as his replacement, and the Democratic National Convention, scheduled for August 19-22 in Chicago, will now feature an open contest for the party's nomination. Delegates, who were initially pledged to Biden, will cast their votes for a new candidate, potentially backing Harris, who can utilize Biden's campaign funds. If no candidate secures a majority on the first ballot, nearly 740 superdelegates will also vote until a nominee is chosen.

Internet reacts to Biden family drama

Internet users erupted with skepticism and criticism following the recent statements from Frank Biden about his brother's decision to step down from the 2024 race. 

A social media user tweeted, "I wonder how much he was paid to give this statement?"

Another said, "All of the Bidens are so full of s**t you can’t believe any of them."

A third claimed, "He's an alcoholic and hasn't seen President Biden in a long time."

"They probably already killed him off… no more Biden masks I guess The guy refuses to step out of the race then goes out from Covid, then his announcement letter comes from non-presidential letterhead and the tweets are put out by the rest of the moronic administration," read a tweet.

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