Concerns Grow Over Donald Trump’s Health Amid Public Absences

Concerns regarding the health of Donald Trump, the President of the United States, have intensified following his public appearances featuring noticeable bruising on his right hand and swelling in his ankles. Since early March 2025, speculation about his health has surged, particularly after Trump was absent from public events for several days, prompting trending phrases on social media platforms such as “Is Trump Dead” and “Trump Is Dead.”

The situation escalated when Vice President JD Vance commented on Trump’s condition during an interaction, stating, “He’s the last person making phone calls at night, and he’s the first person who wakes up and the first person making phone calls in the morning.” Vance expressed confidence in Trump’s ability to continue serving effectively, saying, “Yes, terrible tragedies happen. But I feel very confident the president of the United States is in good shape, is going to serve out the remainder of his term and do great things for the American people.”

As public curiosity grew, social media users speculated about the President’s health. One user noted, “President Trump hasn’t been seen in public since Tuesday and has no events scheduled all weekend. There are rumors saying he’s dead. I think he just has a big golf tournament to play.” Another commented, “I’m not saying Trump is dead. I’m just saying he hasn’t been seen in 3 days, has no public appearances scheduled for the next 3 days, has had swollen ankles, trouble walking, bruises on his hand with vein issues, and his VP said yesterday he’s ready to step in.”

Recent Public Appearances

Visual evidence of Trump’s health issues has emerged through photographs from various public appearances. On July 15, 2025, Trump was seen speaking to the media at the White House with visible bruising on his right hand. In another instance, on July 16, 2025, he met with Bahrain’s Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, revealing a noticeably swollen ankle. A further example occurred on August 25, 2025, during a meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, where a bruise on Trump’s right hand was apparent.

Official Explanation for Health Issues

On July 17, 2025, Karoline Leavitt, the White House Press Secretary, addressed reporters regarding the President’s health concerns. In a briefing at the James Brady Press Briefing Room, she stated that the White House medical unit diagnosed Trump with “chronic venous insufficiency.” This condition occurs when the small valves inside the veins, which typically assist in moving blood against gravity, progressively lose their function.

The ongoing concerns about Trump’s health have raised questions about his capacity to fulfill his presidential duties adequately. As speculation continues to circulate, the administration has emphasized the President’s commitment to his role and his overall well-being.