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Donald Trump Tries to Hide New Bruise

Donald Trump Tries to Hide New Bruise

Summary

Photos of President Donald Trump with a bruise on his left hand surfaced while he attended the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The White House explained the bruise happened when Trump hit his hand on a table. Despite some public concern about his health, Trump and his doctors report that he is in good health.

Key Facts

  • Photos show President Trump with a bruise on his left hand at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
  • The White House Press Secretary said he bruised his hand by hitting it on a signing table.
  • Trump has been using a higher dose of aspirin daily, which can lead to easier bruising.
  • Trump is the oldest person to become U.S. President, leading to questions about his health.
  • His doctor reported Trump has a common circulatory condition but is in "excellent overall health."
  • Trump insists he is in "perfect health" and stated he has passed recent cognitive tests.
  • There is ongoing public and media scrutiny about the health of older political leaders.

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