Overview
- Trump said he has long taken a daily 325 mg aspirin dose and rejected doctors’ advice to reduce it, calling himself a little superstitious.
- His physician, Sean Barbabella, clarified that an autumn body scan was a CT intended to rule out cardiovascular problems and reported no abnormalities.
- Trump denied falling asleep during public events, saying closed eyes reflected relaxation, and he described sleeping little while maintaining a heavy schedule.
- He acknowledged using make-up or plasters to conceal bruises and recounted a minor hand cut from a ring worn by Justice Minister Pam Bondi during a high five.
- The White House previously cited chronic venous insufficiency and frequent handshakes for his bruising and swelling, with reports noting he briefly tried compression stockings.