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Wall Street Journal Report: Donald Trump's Health Deteriorating

David Pakman ShowJanuary 5, 20268 min440,569 views
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Health Concerns and Doctor Disputes

  • 📰 A bombshell report from The Wall Street Journal details the rapid deterioration of Donald Trump's health.
  • 🩺 Trump reportedly ignores his doctors' advice, believing genetics will determine his lifespan and health, despite a lifestyle that contradicts this.
  • 🚶‍♂️ He has struggled with swollen ankles, abandoning compression stockings, and reportedly struggles to stay awake during public appearances, often closing his eyes to listen.

Misinformation on Medical Scans

  • ❓ Despite repeated mentions of an MRI, the report reveals Trump never had one; it was a CAT scan.
  • ⏱️ The CAT scan, which is faster than an MRI, explains how Trump could undergo a medical workup at Walter Reed in a short period.
  • ☢️ Unlike MRIs, CAT scans involve radiation, a factor doctors weigh against the information gained, especially when treatment plans are already determined.

Physical Manifestations of Decline

  • 🩹 Trump's skin is reportedly so delicate that a high-five from Pam Bondi, wearing a ring, caused his hand to bleed, raising concerns.
  • 👂 Despite claims of perfect hearing, Trump frequently asks for questions to be repeated, sometimes multiple times, as evidenced by an instance where Melania had to interpret a question.

Lifestyle and Diet

  • 🍔 On a single occasion, while flying to a campaign event, Trump consumed over 1800 calories from McDonald's, including a Quarter Pounder, Big Mac, and Filet-O-Fish.
  • ⚠️ This high-calorie fast food consumption, close to an adult's entire daily recommended intake, occurs despite his age and lack of exercise.

Public Perception and Staff Management

  • 😠 Trump is increasingly irritated and agitated by coverage of his health.
  • 🤥 There's a conflict between reporting that Trump works limited hours (12-5) and White House claims of him working "all day, every day."
  • 👀 Staff reportedly counsel him to keep his eyes open during events, though Trump claims he is merely resting his eyes while listening.
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