During his private meeting with Democratic governors at the White House Wednesday night, President Joe Biden said he had a medical checkup following the debate last week and is in good health, according to two people with direct knowledge of the conversation during the meeting.
One source familiar with the president’s schedule tells ABC News the president had a checkup with a White House physician a “few days” after the debate because of a cold. That person said it was a “brief” exam that did not include any major tests.
Another person with knowledge of the conversation during the meeting said the president conveyed to Democratic governors that he was in good health.
ABC News has reached out to the White House for comment.
President Joe Biden speaks during a Medal of Honor ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. (PHOTO: Tierney L. Cross/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
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This news was first reported by Politico.
Earlier Wednesday, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked if the president had undergone any medical exams since his last physical in February.
“We were able to talk to his doctor about that, and that is a no,” she said.
When asked again if he had “any kind of medical exams,” she responded, “No.”
After the recent presidential debate, sources have confirmed that Democratic nominee Joe Biden underwent a medical checkup and has been reported to be in good health. This news comes as a relief to many supporters and voters who have been concerned about the health of the 77-year-old candidate.
According to reports, Biden’s medical checkup was conducted by his personal physician, Dr. Kevin O’Connor. The results of the checkup were relayed to governors, who were informed that Biden is in good health and fit to continue his campaign for the presidency.
This news comes at a crucial time in the election cycle, as health concerns have been a major topic of discussion following President Trump’s recent COVID-19 diagnosis. With just weeks to go until the election, voters are paying close attention to the health and well-being of both candidates.
Biden’s campaign has been quick to reassure the public that he is in good health and capable of fulfilling the duties of the presidency. They have also emphasized the importance of transparency when it comes to the health of political candidates, calling on President Trump to release more detailed information about his own health status.
Overall, this news about Biden’s good health is likely to provide a boost to his campaign as he continues to make his case to the American people. With the election just around the corner, voters will be looking closely at both candidates’ health and fitness for office as they make their decision at the polls.
