Overview
- Tapper told Pod Save America he covers President Trump’s health and missteps “all the time” because he and others “didn’t ask as many questions” about Joe Biden’s condition.
- He made the remarks while discussing his recent book project on Biden’s decline and said age-related fitness is a legitimate topic for any president.
- Mediaite reported Tapper cited a recent segment on Trump’s Truth Social post attacking the New York Times’ aging coverage as an example of his ongoing focus.
- Adam Carolla and right-leaning outlets criticized Tapper’s rationale, with Townhall arguing the tougher scrutiny reflects ideological opposition rather than corrective journalism.
- The New York Times previously reported a lighter domestic schedule for Trump, which the White House disputed as false, with the press secretary noting an October MRI that found he remains in excellent overall health.