Former U.S. President Joe Biden delivered a spirited speech in Omaha at the annual Ben Nelson gala, marking his second public appearance since completing radiation therapy for an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Biden celebrated a series of strong Democratic wins across the country, from New York’s mayoral race to gubernatorial victories in New Jersey and Virginia, framing them as a clear message from voters to President Donald Trump. Biden additionally spoke about his recent cancer treatment, thanking medical professionals and emphasising the importance of continued investment in breakthrough cancer research.