Donald Trump Accused of Falling Asleep Again: What the Video Shows
Summary
President Donald Trump was seen with his eyes closed briefly during a White House event announcing a new steel mill in Iowa, leading to claims he fell asleep. The White House and video footage show he was awake and engaged most of the time, responding to questions and participating in the event.Key Facts
- The event was to announce a $15 billion steel mill by Mesabi Metallics in Iowa.
- Trump has often called President Joe Biden "Sleepy Joe," but critics used similar claims against Trump after this event.
- Social media showed clips of Trump with eyes closed, but full videos show he opened his eyes and responded later.
- Hunter Biden and some Democratic accounts shared posts mocking Trump's brief eye closures.
- The White House denies Trump was sleeping; they say he sometimes closes his eyes to relax or listens attentively.
- President Trump is 80 years old, and debates about the age of political leaders continue in the US.
- Critics previously gave Trump nicknames like “Dozy Don” after similar claims of him falling asleep in public.
- White House spokespeople say Trump’s energy and alertness contrast with Biden’s administration.
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