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politics6 days ago•103 min saved

Trump Masks Bruised Hand After Hospital Visit at Cabinet Meeting

At a cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump, who will turn 80 next month, appeared with a badly discolored bruise on his right hand and used makeup to conceal it while gesturing; the bruise has persisted for months and followed his visit to Walter Reed Medical Center for a routine checkup. White House aides have attributed the marks to aspirin use and frequent handshakes, even as scrutiny of his physical and cognitive health intensifies ahead of the 2026 cycle. Trump has publicly boasted about cognitive tests, arguing he remains mentally fit, while polling shows growing public concern about his health and fitness to lead.

via The Daily Beast|

#cabinet #cognitive-health #donald-j-trump

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Biden's Unannounced Walter Reed Visit Fuels Speculation on Health and Fitness for Office"

President Joe Biden underwent a routine physical at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, assuring reporters that "everything's squared away" and joking that doctors think he looks "too young." The White House expects to release a written summary of the findings later in the day. Biden's age and health have been a focus of attention, with critics questioning his abilities, while Democrats defend him as physically astute. The last routine physical exam a year ago found Biden to be a healthy 80-year-old male, and this year's exam included the removal of a small chest lesion for biopsy.

via NBC News|

#age #health-concerns #joe-biden

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Defense Secretary Austin Hospitalized Again, Transfers Duties to Deputy Amid Bladder Issue"

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for an "emergent bladder issue," prompting him to transfer his duties to Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks. This comes after Austin's recent return to work following complications related to treatment for prostate cancer. The White House and National Security Council have been informed, and Austin is scheduled to attend a meeting in Brussels this week, marking his first overseas trip since his initial hospitalization earlier this year.

via CBS News|

#health #kathleen-hicks #lloyd-austin

health-government2 years ago•0 min saved

"Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Hospitalized for Bladder Issue, Transfers Duties to Deputy"

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III was taken to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for symptoms of a potential bladder issue and is currently receiving treatment. Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks has assumed his duties, and updates on his condition will be provided as available.

via Department of Defense|

#health-government #kathleen-hicks #lloyd-j-austin-iii

health-politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Questions Surrounding Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's Hospitalization and Lack of Transparency"

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin remains hospitalized after experiencing complications from an elective medical procedure, with Pentagon officials not disclosing a release date or specific details about his condition. Austin was admitted to the ICU at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Jan. 1, and has since resumed his duties from the hospital, receiving operational updates and providing guidance to his team. His recovery is reported to be going well, and he has been in contact with senior officials, including President Biden. However, there is no specific date for his release from the hospital.

via Fox News|

#health-politics #hospitalization #lloyd-austin