US Vice President J.D. Vance joked about the stress of serving under President Joe Biden, comparing the situation to being in line to assume the presidency if Biden were to die at any moment. During an interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Vance said he would be worried every minute of every day that Biden could ‘croak’ and that he would have to become president. His remarks have sparked discussions about Biden’s health and the political implications of his age.
Vance’s comments come as Biden’s declining physical and cognitive condition has become a central political topic following his disastrous performance in an election debate with Trump last year. This led to Democratic Party leaders pressuring then-81-year-old Biden to step down as their presidential candidate in favor of Vice President Kamala Harris. Critics of the current president, who is 79, say he frequently exhibits ‘elderly moments’ during public events. Trump has also faced public scrutiny over visible bruising on his right hand and swelling around his ankles, concerns the White House has attributed to preventative aspirin use and a mild age-related vascular condition.
Vance’s remarks were also shared on Twitter, where users highlighted the humor in his comments, with one user describing it as an ‘LMAO’ moment. The discussion about the health of both Biden and Trump has intensified as the 2026 presidential election approaches, raising questions about the readiness of both candidates to serve effectively in the role.