Trump Undergoes 3rd Walter Reed Checkup in 13 Months as 40% Back His Mental Fitness
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Updated · The Washington Post · May 25
Trump Undergoes 3rd Walter Reed Checkup in 13 Months as 40% Back His Mental Fitness
9 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · May 25
Tuesday’s Walter Reed visit is Trump’s third scheduled checkup in 13 months, an unusual cadence for a president nearing 80 and his fourth publicly disclosed doctor’s appointment of his second term.
The renewed scrutiny stems from last October’s follow-up visit, which the White House later said included a CT scan, plus unresolved questions from outside physicians about swollen legs, bruised hands and occasional sleepiness.
White House officials still describe Trump as in excellent health, saying his medical and dental care is routine and denying any undisclosed Walter Reed visits despite months of speculation.
Public confidence has weakened: a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll last month found 40% of Americans thought Trump had the mental sharpness to serve, down from 47% in September, while 44% backed his physical fitness, down from 54%.
The episode keeps presidential health transparency in focus, with doctors and some lawmakers pressing for fuller disclosure or even independent assessments as age and fitness again become central political issues.
What details from the President's health report will remain confidential after his latest Walter Reed visit?
As Trump nears 80, will his 'routine' check-up silence the questions about his cognitive fitness?
Does the President's health strategy mirror his 'Make America Healthy Again' national plan?