Overview
- During the event honoring Navy football, Trump asked Rep. Ronny Jackson if he was healthier than the midshipmen behind him, and Jackson replied, “Yes, sir,” with a thumbs up.
- Trump highlighted Jackson’s earlier claim that he was the healthiest of the last three presidents and that he could live to 200 years old if he gave up junk food.
- Media coverage has noted visible swelling and bruising on the president in recent months, and the White House previously acknowledged treatment for chronic venous insufficiency while asserting he remains in excellent health.
- Senior allies have publicly praised Trump’s vigor, with remarks from Marco Rubio, current White House physician Sean Barbabella, and Stephen Miller lauding his fitness and appearance.
- At the ceremony, Trump presented the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy to Navy and signed an executive order setting the second Saturday in December as the exclusive date for the annual Army–Navy game.