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Archived story · published November 9, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Politics · November 9, 2026

Biden Says Cancer Battle Will Limit Memoir Promotion

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On November 8, Joe Biden announced he will scale back promotional events for his upcoming memoir, "Promise Me, America," as he continues treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Biden, 83, stated on social media that while his doctors are encouraged by his progress, the illness occasionally slows him down, leading to a reduced schedule for his book tour. The memoir, which details his four-year presidency including the COVID-19 pandemic and his decision to end his 2024 re-election bid, is scheduled for release on November 17.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • Joe Biden will limit promotional events for his memoir due to his health.
  • The memoir is titled "Promise Me, America."
  • The book is scheduled for release on November 17.
  • Biden is undergoing treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
  • Biden stated that 'some days are better than others' but that the illness 'slows me down.'
  • Biden shared the update in a social media post on Sunday, November 8.
  • The memoir covers his four-year presidency and the decisions he made.

Reported by only some outlets

  • NBC News reports Biden has undergone radiation therapy and hormone treatment.
  • NBC News notes Biden had surgery to remove cancerous skin cells last year.
  • Fox News specifies the memoir covers the COVID-19 pandemic, the January 6 Capitol riot, and his 2024 re-election deliberations.
  • The Washington Post notes the memoir release date is two weeks after the midterm elections.
  • The Epoch Times states the diagnosis occurred in May 2025, four months after his presidency ended.
  • The Epoch Times and Fox News mention reports that the cancer has spread to his bones or left him in a 'very painful' condition.

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