The mainstream media is trying to pin Biden’s weaknesses on Trump now.
President Donald Trump is pushing back hard against a growing media narrative questioning his energy and health — dismissing claims that he has been falling asleep during White House meetings as exaggerated and misleading.
In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal, the president addressed renewed speculation about his age and physical condition, calling the reporting “wrong” and insisting his health remains “perfect.” Trump, 79, attributed his stamina to what he described as strong genetics and an active schedule that often stretches late into the night.
The report cited unnamed individuals close to the president who claimed Trump is “showing signs of aging.” Trump flatly rejected that portrayal, arguing it reflects a broader pattern of selective scrutiny from the press rather than any real decline in his ability to lead.
Trump also addressed viral photos showing bruising on his hands — images frequently circulated online and often accompanied by critical commentary. According to the president, the marks are a side effect of taking aspirin daily, at a dosage higher than his doctors recommend, and not a sign of any underlying health issue.
Another claim Trump directly confronted involved accusations that he appeared to fall asleep during cabinet meetings. The president said those moments were misrepresented, explaining that photographers often capture split-second images of him blinking or briefly resting his eyes.
“It’s very relaxing for me,” Trump said. “They catch one picture at the exact second and suddenly I’m ‘sleeping.’ It’s just blinking.”
Despite the president’s explanation, the report suggested some administration officials have encouraged shorter briefings. Dr. Mehmet Oz, who currently heads the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reportedly acknowledged that Trump may have appeared bored during a November meeting when cameras were present — a claim Trump allies say was taken out of context.
Supporters point out that Trump has never been known as a heavy sleeper and is regularly in contact with aides late into the night, often well past midnight — a schedule that contradicts claims of low energy or disengagement.
During the interview, Trump also spoke candidly about his lifestyle, saying he finds traditional exercise routines “boring,” but remains active through regular golf outings. He noted that his decision to undergo a cardiovascular and abdominal scan last October may have unintentionally fueled speculation.
“In hindsight, it probably gave them ammunition,” Trump said. “People see a scan and assume something’s wrong — but nothing is wrong.”
As the 2024 election cycle continues, questions about age and stamina are increasingly becoming political weapons. Trump, however, appears determined to turn the criticism aside, portraying the latest claims as another example of media double standards rather than a genuine concern about his ability to serve.