Biden scales back book tour due to prostate cancer treatment

Former President Joe Biden announced he is scaling back his promotional book tour due to ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, according to reports from wflafm.iheart.com and 1190talkradio.iheart.com. His memoir, titled 'Promise Me, America,' is set to release on November 17 and covers significant events from his presidency, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the January 6 Capitol attack, and the withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Biden was diagnosed in May 2025 with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. Despite recent radiation treatments producing desired results, he acknowledged that his health sometimes slows him down, but it has not stopped him from continuing his work.

The former president expressed regret over not being able to engage in as many conversations about his book as he had hoped, emphasizing the importance of the memoir's content reflecting on his presidency and America's role in the world. He also thanked supporters for their prayers and well wishes, recalling advice from his father about resilience.

Biden's memoir follows the earlier release of former First Lady Jill Biden's book, 'A View from the East Wing.' As he continues his cancer treatment, Biden remains hopeful about his recovery and the impact his memoir will have.

Multiple iHeartRadio sources including whnz.iheart.com, kprcradio.iheart.com, and newsradiori.iheart.com also reported on Biden's decision to reduce his book tour due to his health condition.