Donald Trump's campaign has released a statement from his doctor affirming the former President's "excellent" health and exceptional cognitive exam results. Amidst concerns about his age, particularly as he pursues a second term, the note by Bruce Aronwald, who claims to be Trump's personal physician since 2021, states that Trump's most recent comprehensive examination on September 13 revealed normal cardiovascular studies, negative cancer screening tests, and a reduction in weight.
However, the letter lacks details about the specific tests conducted or their results, omitting crucial information like height, weight, cholesterol levels, and blood pressure—details typically shared by Trump's physicians in the past. In 2015, a similar letter from then-physician Harold Bornstein praised Trump's "extraordinary" physical strength, but Bornstein later admitted Trump dictated the letter.
This announcement follows Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's remarks that both incumbent President Joe Biden and Trump are too old for another White House term. DeSantis, a 2024 Republican presidential candidate, stated on CNN that the presidency is unsuitable for someone "pushing 80," emphasizing the age factor in leadership.
Age has indeed become a focal point in the 2024 presidential election, with Trump frequently targeting Biden's mental fitness. However, Trump's campaign has launched an "accident tracker" for Trump's gaffes, drawing attention to instances like confusing Barack Obama with Biden.
In January 2021, when Biden assumed office at 78, he became the oldest U.S. President, while Trump, with no prior public office or military background, took office in 2017 at the age of 71. As the age debate intensifies, both candidates face scrutiny over their fitness for the demanding role, with implications for the upcoming election.
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