The President avoided press lenses during a golf outing, fuelling speculation over his condition and sparking conspiracy theories online
U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent attempt to avoid the cameras has rekindled speculation about his health. Critics and supporters alike are questioning why the 79-year-old president is limiting his public appearances. On Sunday morning, Trump was spotted leaving the White House for the Trump National Golf Club in Virginia, where he kept his head down and shielded himself from photographers. The outing marked the second consecutive day he appeared reluctant to face the press, reigniting the debate over his health.
Rumors about Trump’s health have intensified in recent weeks, following bruises on his hands, swelling in his ankles, and an unusual absence from public events. White House correspondents noted that Trump has not been seen since Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, during which Vice President J.D. Vance told USA Today he was ready to intervene “in the event of a terrible tragedy.” While Trump later insisted on Truth Social that he had “never felt better,” social media users speculated that photos of his weekend outings had been recycled or even featured an alternate version of him.
Although no official confirmation of the severity of his illness has been given, the lack of transparency has fueled conspiracy theories suggesting the president was suffering from a health condition that forced his advisers to keep him out of the spotlight. Trump’s enthusiasm for public appearances, particularly at high-profile events related to executive orders, stands in stark contrast to the restrictions imposed on the press in recent days. Until he appears directly in front of the cameras, speculation about his deteriorating health risks casting a shadow over his presidency and future policy agenda.