White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre engaged in a contentious exchange with multiple reporters, refusing to disclose why a Parkinson’s specialist had visited the White House on numerous occasions over the past year. While she acknowledged that President Biden had consulted with a neurologist three times during his presidency as part of his annual physical, she avoided providing specific details regarding the visitor logs.
When pressed for more information, Jean-Pierre cited security and privacy concerns as reasons for withholding names of specialists who had met with the president. Despite demands for transparency from reporters, she stood firm on maintaining the privacy of individuals involved in the medical consultations.
The situation escalated as Jean-Pierre faced criticism for her evasiveness, with some accusing her of avoiding questions and personal attacks. Meanwhile, evidence emerged that Dr. Kevin R Cannard, a neurologist and movement disorders specialist, had made multiple visits to the White House’s medical clinic to meet with President Biden’s personal physician and other healthcare professionals.
According to reports, Dr. Cannard specializes in treatments for early Parkinson’s disease and has been a part of the White House Medical Unit since 2012. His most recent research publication focuses on early-stage Parkinson’s disease, raising concerns about the purpose of his consultations with President Biden.
Critics, including former White House physician Rep. Ronny Jackson, have raised suspicions about potential efforts to conceal Biden’s cognitive health decline. Allegations of a cover-up have surfaced, with claims that medical professionals and Biden’s family are withholding information about his health status.
As the controversy continues to unfold, questions remain about the nature of President Biden’s medical consultations and the extent of transparency surrounding his health condition. The situation highlights the tensions between privacy concerns and the public’s right to know about the health of a sitting president.