The White House is facing scrutiny over visits made by a Parkinson’s Disease expert, with press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre refusing to disclose the doctor’s name for security and privacy reasons. Dr. Kevin Cannard, a neurologist at Walter Reed Medical Center, visited President Joe Biden’s residence multiple times according to public visitor logs. However, Jean-Pierre emphasized that Biden’s recent physicals did not show any signs of neurological disorders.
Despite requests for transparency, Jean-Pierre stood firm on protecting the doctor’s privacy, citing the need to safeguard the thousands of military personnel who visit the White House for medical care. The contentious press conference included reporters pressing for answers on whether Cannard’s visits were related to Biden, to which Jean-Pierre remained adamant in withholding details.
Cannard, who has a history of working with the White House Medical Unit, did not comment on the visits. While the logs do not specify the nature of his visits, some online profiles suggest he has been involved in supporting roles for over a decade. The controversy surrounding his visits highlights the delicate balance between public transparency and individual privacy.