Following widespread social media rumors about the death of former President Donald Trump, a US official has confirmed that Trump is alive and well. Journalist Barak Ravid reported that the official stated, “Trump is fine and engaged in a morning round of golf.”
Ravid, an Israeli journalist working as an analyst for CNN and contributing to Axios and Channel 12, shared this update on X, a platform where unverified claims of Trump’s death had sparked a frenzy. Speculation escalated due to Trump’s absence from public view for just three days, leading to the unfounded phrase “Trump is dead” trending on X and Facebook. The rumors were triggered by a photo showing what seemed to be a bruise on Trump’s right hand.
Social media users fueling the conspiracy pointed to Trump’s lack of scheduled events over the weekend, though this is a common occurrence for presidents. Additionally, Trump has been active on Truth Social since his last public appearance.
Vice President JD Vance’s comments further stoked the speculation. In an interview with USA Today on August 27, Vance acknowledged the possibility of a “terrible tragedy” befalling Trump but expressed confidence in the President’s health and commitment to his term. Vance emphasized that despite potential unforeseen events, Trump was dedicated to serving the American people.
While Trump’s actions continue to captivate global attention, the Mirror has introduced a US Politics WhatsApp community to provide real-time updates on transatlantic news. Subscribers will receive breaking news and exclusive content directly on their phones by joining the group through a provided link.
Leaders, including Trump, occasionally retreat from public visibility for brief periods. Despite Trump’s recent absence from public appearances, he remains active on Truth Social, addressing various topics such as Hulk Hogan, trade policies, and congressional redistricting in Missouri.
Although the White House has not officially commented on the bruised hand, reports indicate that Trump is managing chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a known medical condition. The bruising observed on Trump’s hand during recent appearances may be linked to a recent medical procedure involving IV therapy, as suggested by experts.
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