President Trump spent Saturday golfing at his club in Sterling, Virginia, aiming to put to rest a wave of speculation about his health. His absence from public events in recent days, paired with a viral photo showing bruising on his hand during a Cabinet meeting, had fueled rumors online about whether the 79-year-old president was hiding health issues.
Photos of Trump on the course circulated widely, shared by journalist Laura Rozen and others who had been closely tracking his movements. Rozen’s posts prompted renewed chatter about the president’s condition, though allies insisted he remains in good health.
Vice President JD Vance addressed the subject earlier in the week, telling USA Today he was confident in Trump’s ability to finish his term. “The president of the United States is in good shape, is going to serve out the remainder of his term and do great things for the American people,” Vance said, while noting he himself is prepared to step in if tragedy struck. He emphasized Trump’s energy, saying, “He’s the last person making phone calls at night, and he’s the first one in the morning.”
Health concerns around Trump have persisted since last month, when White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt acknowledged he was being treated for chronic venous insufficiency — a common circulatory condition in older adults that can cause swelling and bruising. Officials stressed it was not life-threatening and that makeup often conceals the visible bruises.
The questions about his health come as Trump’s approval ratings have dipped in recent polling, intensifying scrutiny around both his physical condition and political standing. The president also sat for an interview with The Daily Callerlast week, released Saturday, where he appeared energetic and combative, seeking to shift focus back onto policy and away from speculation.
The outing at his golf club was seen as a deliberate attempt to project vitality, showing the president moving about freely as his allies continue to dismiss questions raised by Democrats and the media about his stamina.