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Trump Calls MRI 'Very Standard' as White House Still Won't Say What Was Scanned

The lack of detail on what was imaged has prompted reporters and clinicians to seek basic specifics.

Overview

  • Speaking to reporters on Air Force One Friday, Trump said the MRI was part of a very standard physical and called the result outstanding.
  • Pressed on which body part was examined, he replied that he had no idea what was analyzed, providing no further detail.
  • The White House has declined to specify the imaging reviewed while asserting the president remains in exceptional health.
  • Medical experts note MRIs are not typically included in routine physicals and are usually ordered to evaluate specific areas.
  • The scan was performed on Oct. 10 at Walter Reed during the president's second physical examination of the year.