President’s first public appearance in a week
President Joe Biden was seen in public for the first time in nearly a week, debunking false online conspiracy theories claiming he was in “hospice care” and not expected to survive the night.
The claims were entirely unfounded. Biden’s physician confirmed that the president has “recovered” from COVID-19, stating, “He never manifested a fever, and his vital signs remained normal… his lungs remained clear.”
Public appearance details
In what some have called a “proof of life” appearance, Biden emerged from his motorcade, briefly spoke to reporters, and boarded the smaller Air Force One. This marks his first public appearance since the attempted coup within the Democratic Party to force him off the ballot.
Biden’s appearance comes amidst a turbulent political climate, with unfounded rumors and internal party challenges adding to the tension. His public presence aims to reassure the nation of his health and ongoing leadership.