Trump, 79, appears in golf attire amid rising health concerns after days out of sight

Trump skipped Easter church and spent the day at his Virginia golf club, sparking online speculation about his health
President Trump arrives at the White House after visiting Trump National Golf Club in Virginia (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
President Trump arrives at the White House after visiting Trump National Golf Club in Virginia (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump had an unusual Easter Sunday. Instead of attending church services, he spent the day at Trump National Golf Club in Virginia. This happened while online rumors about his health were circulating. Trump was seen returning to the White House in Washington, DC, on Sunday, April 6, after spending time at his golf club in Virginia. His return helped calm the rumors.

The speculation increased after some White House officials indicated that President Trump would not make any public appearances on Saturday, April 4. This led to more discussion and concern online.

President Donald Trump uses his phone in the back seat of an SUV while departing Trump National Golf Club, Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Sterling, Va. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
President Trump used his phone in an SUV while leaving Trump National Golf Club in Virginia (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Trump seen for the first time amid health concerns

Trump, 79, stayed out of the public eye for a short period, which sparked online rumors and claims that he was “missing.” He was later seen wearing black formal-style pants, which he often chooses when playing golf. He paired the look with his usual white polo shirt, along with a white cap and white shoes, an outfit he is commonly known for wearing.

TMZ shared two images, and in both of them, he appeared active and in good condition. This appearance helped ease some of the ongoing speculation about his health. Observers have previously pointed to visible hand patches, redness on his neck, a blue mark on his right hand, and moments where he appeared slow or drowsy during meetings to question his condition.

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The White House dismissed rumors that President Trump was receiving treatment at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. These claims began circulating online on Saturday, April 4, after the White House announced at 11:08 am that he would not have any public appearances for the rest of the day.

Press access to Trump was suddenly restricted starting at 11 am, as reported by 'The Guardian' journalist Hugo Lowell on social media.



Trump’s Easter Sunday appearance at his golf club and subsequent return to the White House provided visible reassurance and helped calm speculation about his health.

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