Donald Trump shares update on his physical exam amid alarming health speculations: ‘Never felt better’

The update came shortly after President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday, April 7
President Donald Trump addresses mounting concerns about his health with a post about his  upcoming medical checkup (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump addresses mounting concerns about his health with a post about his upcoming medical checkup (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump has issued a brief update on his health amid mounting public speculation over his physical condition.

The update came shortly after Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday, April 7. The POTUS took to his Truth Social page to pivot attention to his well-being, the Irish Star reported.



 

Donald Trump insists he's 'never felt better' ahead of physical exam amid growing health speculation

“I am pleased to report that my long scheduled Annual Physical Examination will be done at Walter Reed Army Medical Center on Friday of this week,” Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social.

“I have never felt better, but nevertheless, these things must be done!” he added. 

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 07: U.S. President Donald Trump greets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he arrives at the White House on April 07, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Trump is meeting with Netanyahu to discuss ongoing efforts to release Israeli hostages from Gaza and newly imposed U.S. tariffs. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump greets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he arrives at the White House on April 7, 2025, in Washington, DC (Alex Wong/Getty Images)

For weeks now, speculation around Trump’s health has been building steam, fueled by lingering bruises on his hand, his sometimes-slurred speech, and a few on-camera stumbles that critics have pounced on.

The most recent concern came during his March 20 signing of an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education. A distinct bruise, visible again on his hand, led some to question whether it was something more serious than just overzealous handshaking.

Makeup covers a bruise on the back of U.S. President Donald Trump's hand as he hosts French President Emmanuel Macron for meetings at the White House on February 24, 2025 in Washington, DC. Macron is meeting with Trump in Washington on the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale military invasion of Ukraine. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Makeup covers a bruise on the back of President Donald Trump's hand as he hosts French President Emmanuel Macron for meetings at the White House on February 24, 2025, in Washington, DC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed questions about his health, explaining that the bruises were simply the result of “constantly working and shaking hands all day, every day.”

Despite repeatedly mocking former president Joe Biden over age and stamina, Trump himself is now the same age as Biden was when he was elected.

Internet divided after Donald Trump reveals plans for medical checkup 

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 11: U.S. President Donald Trump gets out of a Tesla Model S on the South Lawn of the White House on March 11, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump spoke out against calls for a boycott of Elon Musk’s companies and said he would purchase a Tesla vehicle in what he calls a ‘show of confidence and support’ for Elon Musk. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump gets out of a Tesla Model S on the South Lawn of the White House on March 11, 2025, in Washington, DC (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

After President Donald Trump announced that he is set to undergo a medical checkup soon, people on the internet took to social media to express their views on the same. The POTUS' supporters cheered him on, while his critics chimed in with their usual mix of sarcasm and curiosity.

One user cheekily asked, “How many pushups and sit-ups can u do?” while another took a more supportive tone, “My President appears to be in better shape than 5 years ago. All goes well, which I'm sure it will.”



 



 

Many supporters praised Trump for prioritizing his health. “It’s great to hear you're feeling well and prioritizing your health! Regular check-ups are essential for staying on top of things,” one fan wrote.



 

Another fan remarked, “You look great Mr. President! I don't know what you're doing but you look 20 years younger and looks like you lost some weight.”



 

“May you have the very best health, Mr. President!” one supporter said, while another added, “President Trump, I wish you the best of health always.”



 



 

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