President Donald Trump recently disclosed that he underwent another physical examination, a mere six weeks following his last one. This increased frequency of visits to Walter Reed Military Hospital, where the 80-year-old President has been seeking medical attention, is quite uncommon compared to the typical annual physical checkups undergone by most Presidents. This recent visit marks at least the fourth time Trump has visited the hospital since resuming office last January.
Speculation regarding President Trump’s mental and physical well-being intensified after a series of public mishaps during the NATO Summit in Ankara earlier in the week. Observers noted instances where he struggled to ascend the stairs to Air Force One and required assistance during his red carpet entrance alongside Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
In response to concerns, Trump attempted to downplay the significance of his return visit, jokingly stating, “I do it every six months.” He mentioned his shift to “six-month physicals” instead of the traditional annual checkups during his previous visit to Walter Reed on May 26, just 46 days ago.
Furthermore, Trump asserted that he had “requested another Cognitive Test, three times, and I aced them all – Got every question right.” Notably, the cognitive test Trump referenced is not an intelligence exam but rather an evaluation used by healthcare professionals to detect early signs of cognitive decline. Repeatedly taking this test can diminish its effectiveness, according to experts.
The President’s disclosure came following a heated criticism of New York Times journalist Maggie Haberman, whose book “Regime Change,” co-authored with Jonathan Swan, achieved significant sales in its first week. Despite participating in a fact-checking interview with Haberman and Swan prior to the book’s release, Trump dismissed the book as “90% fake news.”
In a statement, Trump expressed his satisfaction with his recent physical examination and cognitive performance, claiming to be the only President to request such tests three times and excel in all attempts. He further criticized the credibility of Haberman and Swan, urging against purchasing their book.
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