Naomi Biden slams new book as political fairy smut
- Naomi Biden expressed her disdain for a new book about her grandfather's health, published on May 19, 2025.
- The book discusses President Biden's physical deterioration and the alleged cover-up by his inner circle.
- Naomi Biden's statement reflects ongoing tensions over media portrayals of her grandfather's health and character.
On May 19, 2025, Naomi Biden, the granddaughter of former President Joe Biden, took to social media to voice her strong criticism of a new book authored by CNN's Jake Tapper and Axios reporter Alex Thompson. The book, titled "Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again," explores allegations regarding the former president's health and mental state during his second term. Naomi's critique centered around her belief that the book relies heavily on anonymous sources and spreads what she termed 'unoriginal lies' about her grandfather's condition. Naomi Biden highlighted her disappointment with the book's portrayal of Joe Biden, arguing that it misrepresents his character and struggles for profit. She characterized the work as 'silly' and labeled it as 'political fairy smut' aimed at those in the punditry class who do not genuinely engage in the political arena. In her remarks, she expressed a desire for actual stories related to personal experiences with her grandfather to eventually emerge and be recognized for their truthfulness. In addition to Naomi Biden's rebuke, the book posits serious claims about President Biden's health, suggesting concealment of his physical deterioration by his inner circle. It reveals internal discussions about the possibility of Biden needing a wheelchair in light of his declining health, including instances where he allegedly failed to recognize prominent figures such as George Clooney. The publication of this book ignites further debate about the ethical implications of reporting on a political figure's health and the motives behind such narratives by journalists. Naomi Biden's response indicates a broader concern regarding media portrayals of her family, particularly when these portrayals might exploit personal difficulties for sensationalist purposes. As discussions continue about Biden's health, the publication prompts reflections on the responsibility of journalists in how they handle sensitive topics related to political figures.