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President Donald Trump revealed that he recently underwent
an MRI as part of his routine medical checkup at Walter Reed National Military
Medical Center, and stated that the results were "perfect," in an
attempt to quell rumors about his health that have spread in recent days by
various media outlets.
During an informal conversation with reporters aboard Air
Force One while en route to Tokyo, Trump explained that the procedure was part
of his semiannual physical exam, and that the medical evaluation revealed no
signs of concern.
"Everything went perfectly, absolutely perfectly. I
feel better than I've ever felt," the former president stated, downplaying
recent speculation about neurological or mobility problems.
The statements come after several US media outlets published
reports suggesting that Trump could be facing age-related health issues,
following what they considered unusual behavior at public events. However, the
president's medical team reiterated that the tests performed showed no
abnormalities and that his overall condition is stable.
Walter Reed Medical Center, located in Bethesda, Maryland,
has traditionally been the site where US leaders undergo their periodic medical
evaluations. According to sources close to Trump, the MRI was performed
"out of an abundance of caution" and not in response to any specific
symptoms.
Political analysts believe this revelation seeks to counter
the media narrative that casts doubt on Trump's physical fitness amid his
possible intention to run for president again in 2028. The president's health
has been a recurring topic in US political coverage, especially since his
hospitalization in 2020 after contracting COVID-19.
So far, Trump's office has not provided a full medical
report, although his communications team insisted that the former president
maintains an active schedule and is free of medical restrictions.