CNN host Jake Tapper faced tough questions about his motives for writing a bombshell book exposing Joe Biden’s cognitive decline. During a heated interview with Stephen A. Smith, Tapper denied accusations that “Original Sin” was a cash grab or an attempt to cozy up to conservatives. He insisted the book aimed to uncover the truth about Biden’s deteriorating mental state and the White House’s efforts to hide it.
Tapper’s defense fell flat with many Americans who remember his years of downplaying Biden’s obvious struggles. Critics argue the CNN anchor ignored red flags about the president’s health until it became profitable to speak up. The timing of the book’s release—amid new concerns about Biden’s cancer diagnosis—raised eyebrows about opportunism.
Ratings for Tapper’s CNN show plummeted to their lowest in a decade despite heavy promotion of the book. Viewers clearly see the hypocrisy of a media insider suddenly pretending to care about transparency. Conservatives called out Tapper’s past dismissals of Biden’s slurred speeches and confusion as proof of mainstream media bias.
The book reveals chilling details about Biden’s inability to handle basic conversations without preparation. Yet Tapper admitted he failed to report these warning signs during the 2020 election. His belated “humility” rings hollow to voters who relied on journalists to vet candidates honestly.
Liberals attacked Tapper for breaking ranks and exposing Democratic failures. Meanwhile, Republicans questioned why he waited until after Biden left office to tell the truth. Both sides agree the book exposes how coastal elites protected a failing president to cling to power.
Biden’s recent cancer diagnosis fueled speculation about whether his health collapse began earlier. Medical experts cited in “Original Sin” reject claims of a coordinated cover-up but admit key details remain unclear. The administration’s secrecy eroded public trust long before this revelation.
Tapper’s struggle to explain his motives highlights a broken media system. Corporate journalists prioritized protecting their access over informing citizens. Now they want applause for finally doing their jobs years too late.
Hardworking Americans deserve better than self-serving exposes released after the damage is done. Real accountability requires exposing corruption in real time—not cashing in once the truth can’t be hidden. The conservative base sees right through these media games and demands genuine transparency.
