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Trump Sparks Debate with Deleted Video on ‘Medbed’ Conspiracy

Former US President Donald Trump has ignited a renewed discussion on social media regarding the “medbed” conspiracy theory after sharing a video promoting this controversial concept on his Truth Social account. The video, which emulated a news broadcast format, featured Trump endorsing futuristic “medbeds”—devices claimed by conspiracy theorists to possess exceptional healing abilities. The clip was taken down shortly after its posting on Saturday, March 11, 2023, but not before it captured attention and prompted questions about the legitimacy of the claims presented.
The now-removed video showcased a fabricated segment hosted by Lara Trump, the former president’s daughter-in-law, announcing a “historic new health care system.” In the AI-generated broadcast, Lara declared that every American would soon receive a personal “medbed card,” granting access to advanced health facilities designed to restore full health. The video further claimed that these facilities would be led by the nation’s top doctors and equipped with cutting-edge technology. This promotional content, however, was flagged for its low resolution and the unnatural voice attributed to Trump, raising suspicions about its authenticity.
With the video quickly disappearing from Trump’s social media account, discussions about the “medbed” theory intensified. The conspiracy suggests that clandestine organizations, including governments and military entities, have access to advanced machines capable of curing serious illnesses, reversing the aging process, and even regrowing limbs. Proponents often attribute the technology’s workings to various scientific concepts, including ions, terahertz light waves, and quantum energy.
In a 2023 report, Rolling Stone revealed that some companies are capitalizing on these conspiracy theories, selling memberships and expensive devices advertised as “medbeds.” For instance, Tesla BioHealing offers machines priced up to $11,000 (approximately £9,000), while another company, IonicCare, claims its device can significantly improve health in just a few minutes. In response to the promotion of these products, the US Food and Drug Administration issued warnings to Tesla BioHealing for lack of scientific evidence supporting their medical claims. The company’s website has since been updated to clarify that their offerings are intended for “optimum health and wellness,” not for disease treatment.
The origins of the “medbed” conspiracy can be traced back to right-wing communities and QAnon forums, where such ideas have gained considerable traction. According to McGill University’s Office for Science and Society, various social media groups solicit hundreds of dollars in membership fees to provide exclusive access to purported information about medbeds. Some enthusiasts even attempt to construct their own versions of these devices, while others propagate extreme theories, including claims that John F. Kennedy Jr. survived his death in 1999 due to hidden advanced technology.
Despite the fervor surrounding this theory, experts in the field categorically reject the existence of medbeds, branding them as pseudoscience. A disinformation analyst noted, “It’s really hard to define something that doesn’t exist,” emphasizing the lack of credible scientific backing for such claims. Overall, the controversy surrounding Trump’s deleted post serves as a reminder of the potent influence of social media in amplifying unfounded theories and the ongoing dialogue about health and wellness in the digital age.
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