Trump sparks health fears with rambling speech and 'nasty' black hand - 'Seriously unwell'

February 23, 2026



Donald Trump has long insisted he is in excellent health, but his latest public appearance has reignited debate.

During a White House ceremony honoring “angel families” relatives of people killed by undocumented immigrants the 79-year-old president delivered a speech that many viewers described as unfocused. What began as prepared remarks shifted abruptly between topics, including New York City politics, a recent snowstorm, and an unexpected exchange with a woman in the audience about her eyesight.

At one point, Trump paused mid-speech to greet an audience member, asking repeatedly if she was okay and inquiring about her eyes. He then told the room he had helped pay for her medical treatment, joking that the doctor had “ripped him off,” which drew laughter from attendees. The moment, however, quickly spread online, where critics characterized the speech as disjointed and questioned whether it reflected deeper concerns.

Clips circulated widely on social media, with some commentators speculating about possible cognitive issues. Others pointed to visible bruising on Trump’s hand, suggesting it warranted more scrutiny. Supporters pushed back, arguing that short video clips taken out of context can exaggerate or distort the overall tone of a longer event.

In a past interview with The Wall Street Journal, Trump addressed questions about bruising, saying he takes aspirin on doctors’ advice and attributing the marks to its blood-thinning effects. He has repeatedly rejected claims that he faces serious health challenges and has cited medical exams including cognitive testing that he says show strong results.

Following previous reporting about his health, Trump sharply criticized media outlets, accusing them of spreading false narratives. He has maintained that such coverage is politically motivated and insists he remains fully capable of carrying out his duties.

The ceremony itself later turned back to policy themes, with Trump criticizing European leadership and arguing that parts of the continent are “not heading in the right direction.”

As with many of Trump’s public appearances, reactions to the event were sharply divided with critics expressing concern and allies dismissing the controversy as partisan noise.

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