After former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, Donald Trump Sr. publicly wished him a “fast and successful recovery,” offering a rare moment of bipartisan compassion.

But the reaction from Donald Trump Jr. took a very different turn. While he initially shared well wishes, his tone quickly shifted. He questioned how First Lady Jill Biden—who holds a doctorate in education—could have overlooked such a serious health issue, even hinting at a possible cover-up. Trump Jr. then pinned the controversial post to the top of his profile on X (formerly Twitter), drawing widespread criticism. Many online called his remarks “insensitive” and “disgraceful.”

While some Republicans, like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, expressed sympathy for Biden, others echoed conspiracy theories. Former White House physician Ronny Jackson suggested the diagnosis may have been delayed, and far-right activist Laura Loomer claimed, without offering any evidence, that Biden had been sick for much longer than reported.

The contrasting responses—Trump Sr.’s respectful message versus Trump Jr.’s inflammatory rhetoric—have reignited debates over basic decency and the politicization of personal health matters.