Donald Trump Intervenes to Expedite Cancer Treatment for Scott Adams
Benny JohnsonNovember 2, 202510 min144,091 views
28 connectionsΒ·23 entities in this videoβScott Adams' Plea for Help
- π Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert, announced he is suffering from terminal prostate cancer.
- π¨ He posted a plea on X, stating his healthcare provider, Kaiser of Northern California, had approved an FDA drug (Pluvenco) but failed to schedule its administration, leading to his rapid decline.
- π’ Adams announced he would ask President Trump via X to intervene and get Kaiser to schedule his treatment.
Trump Administration's Swift Response
- π€ In a remarkable turn of events, the federal government, specifically HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, reached out to Adams.
- π² President Trump immediately responded to Adams' tweet on Truth Social, stating, "I am on it," and that there was "no need to wait until Monday."
- π Trump administration officials, including Dan Scavino and Dr. Oz, also jumped in to assist, with Trump personally contacting Adams.
Expedited Treatment and Support
- β Trump's intervention led to Kaiser Foundation medical directors being made aware of the urgency, and they contacted Adams the same day.
- ποΈ Adams confirmed he secured an appointment for his cancer treatment the following day.
- π Donald Trump Jr. and others expressed prayers and support for Adams, highlighting the family's involvement.
Scott Adams' Experience with Trump
- π Adams recounted receiving a voicemail from Trump, who identified himself as "your favorite president," checking in on his health situation.
- π Later that day, Trump called again, expressing concern and asking if Adams was receiving everything he needed.
- π€ At the end of the second call, Trump assured Adams, "If you need anything, I'll make you happen," indicating his commitment to helping.
Broader Implications
- π The event was celebrated online as a rare instance of the government acting effectively for an individual.
- π₯ It highlighted the need for overhauling the medical industry, as such intervention shouldn't be necessary for basic treatment scheduling.
- β€οΈ Many, including Megyn Kelly, reached out to Adams, showcasing a wave of support following the news.
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