How dare they?
On a recent episode of “Meet The Press,” NBC News correspondent Kristen Welker pressed House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., on whether former President Donald Trump should disclose his cholesterol levels. Welker noted Trump’s lack of transparency regarding his medical records and questioned if this raised concerns about his health, particularly as he seeks the presidency again.
Johnson responded emphatically, highlighting the disconnect between the media’s focus on Trump’s health and the pressing issues facing American families. “Kristen, the American people are not concerned with Donald Trump’s cholesterol levels. They are more worried about rising grocery prices and the cost of living, which have been exacerbated by the policies of Kamala Harris and Joe Biden,” he stated. Johnson emphasized that these health inquiries distract from the real concerns of the electorate.
He pointed out that Trump’s popularity in the polls stems from his focus on critical issues that resonate with voters, contrasting this with what he described as Harris’s inaction. “Let’s discuss what truly matters to the American people. Trump is engaging with them on the issues that affect their daily lives, while Harris has offered little in terms of leadership,” he added.
As the political landscape evolves, the narrative around candidates’ health continues to emerge. With President Biden stepping back from the 2024 race amid scrutiny of his mental fitness, the debate surrounding candidates’ health records is likely to persist. The White House recently released Kamala Harris’s medical records, putting pressure on Trump to do the same.
In an earlier interview, Trump expressed his willingness to share his medical information, claiming to have received a “perfect score” on a recent health assessment. However, he has yet to provide those records. As the campaign heats up, it’s crucial to keep the focus on the substantive issues that matter most to voters, rather than on sensationalized health questions.