When Donald Trump returned to office in January 2025, he became the oldest sitting US president. Since then, public attention has focused on his health. Missed appearances, visible bruising, and moments of fatigue have led many to question how well he is coping with the demands of the role.
The White House has consistently said the president is in excellent condition. Doctors confirmed he has chronic venous insufficiency, a common and usually mild issue affecting blood flow in the legs. Officials insist the condition does not affect his work, energy, or daily routine.
Confusion grew after the White House disclosed that Trump had undergone an MRI scan. While aides said it was part of a routine executive physical, the president later said he could not remember which part of his body was scanned. This fueled further speculation online and in the media.
A new allegation has intensified the debate. Professor Bruce Davidson of Washington State University claims the president may have suffered a stroke about six months ago. He based this view on changes seen in public videos, including altered movement, speech issues earlier in the year, unusual hand positioning, and repeated daytime sleepiness.
There is no official confirmation of a stroke, and the White House firmly denies hiding any serious illness. The doctor also said that, if a stroke did occur, the president appears to have recovered well.