Overview
- President Trump reported mild leg swelling that prompted a comprehensive evaluation by the White House Medical Unit
- Imaging and lab tests showed no evidence of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease, confirming normal cardiac function
- Captain Sean Barbabella described chronic venous insufficiency as a benign and common condition in adults over 70
- Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said bruising on Trump’s hand resulted from frequent handshaking and daily aspirin use
- Sen. Tommy Tuberville attributed the vein condition to stress from “fighting the radicals,” illustrating emerging partisan commentary