Sat Apr 12 01:15:28 UTC 2025: **Trump Declares Himself in “Very Good Shape” After Annual Physical**
Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump announced Friday that he is in excellent health following his first annual physical since resuming the presidency. The 78-year-old president, the oldest man ever elected to the White House, underwent both cardiovascular and cognitive tests at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He reported acing the cognitive exam and stated, “I felt I was in very good shape. Good heart.” A full report from his physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, is expected to be released on Sunday.
Trump’s claims of robust health contrast sharply with his repeated criticism of his predecessor, Joe Biden, whom he frequently derided as unfit for office due to age and perceived cognitive decline. The president’s own age, which will reach 82 by the end of his current term, has become a significant point of discussion.
While Trump has boasted about his vitality – attributing it to a lifestyle that includes regular golf and abstinence from alcohol and tobacco – his past health disclosures have been inconsistent. Previous statements from his physicians, some now acknowledged as dictated by the president himself, have ranged from hyperbolic pronouncements of unparalleled health to downplaying concerns about his weight and cholesterol levels.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirmed the president’s good health, noting that he did not require general anesthesia for the examination. The press secretary emphasized the White House’s commitment to ensuring the president remains capable of fulfilling his duties. The age of both Trump and Biden was a major campaign issue in the 2024 election, culminating in Biden’s withdrawal from the race following a widely-discussed debate performance. The Trump administration has since accused the Biden administration of concealing information about Biden’s health.
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