A former Fox News contributor and Department of Justice official under the Trump administration has ignited controversy by suggesting that former First Lady Jill Biden could face criminal charges for allegedly concealing President Joe Biden’s declining health.

The speculation erupted following President Donald Trump’s claim on Sunday that Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Within hours, voices from conservative and MAGA-aligned media circles accused those close to Biden — particularly his wife — of hiding the diagnosis from the public for years.

Adding to the firestorm, several unnamed medical professionals reportedly speculated that the condition may have developed up to a decade ago, further fueling claims of a cover-up.

Leo Terrell, who served as senior counsel to the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights during the Trump administration, reposted a message from a right-wing social media account that accused Jill Biden of knowingly pushing her husband to seek re-election despite his health.

“She knew about President Biden’s health problems. But still wanted him to run for President. Evil,” the post claimed.

Terrell responded bluntly: “Elder abuse! Criminal charges??”

President Biden, responding to the news coverage and public reaction, posted a message of gratitude on social media, accompanied by a photo with Jill Biden: “Thank you for lifting us up with love and support.”

Still, conservative commentators quickly seized on Terrell’s remarks. Some online voices went as far as to label the alleged concealment “treason,” while others demanded an investigation into whether the public was deliberately misled.

Although Trump initially offered a brief message of support for Biden’s health, he soon pivoted, questioning whether key facts were being withheld.

“I think people should try and find out what happened,” Trump told reporters. “I don’t know if it had anything to do with the hospital... Somebody is not telling the facts. It’s a big problem.”

U.S. Vice President JD Vance also commented, offering public well wishes but hinting at concern over transparency: “Of course, we wish the best for the former president’s health,” he said, before adding, “but the American people deserve the truth.”

As the story unfolds, questions surrounding transparency, political ethics, and the intersection of health and leadership remain at the center of public debate.