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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
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Adam Gabbatt

Trump extends sympathy after Biden cancer diagnosis – but it doesn’t last long

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Donald Trump speaks at the White House in May. Photograph: Evan Vucci/AP

After Joe Biden revealed his cancer diagnosis, Donald Trump offered an uncharacteristically empathetic and simple response.

“Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis. We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery,” the president wrote on social media.

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