Trump Rejects Death Rumours: ‘I’ve Never Felt Better’

A Weekend of Rumours and Hashtags

For several days, social media buzzed with conspiracy theories about Donald Trump’s health. The hashtag #Trumpdead was trending, and photos of a bluish spot on his hand were scrutinised down to the last pixel. Some users even claimed a video from the White House showed “suspicious activity”—an example Trump himself dismissed as an “AI fake.”

From the Golf Course to the Oval Office

While the internet speculated, the 79-year-old president was playing golf in Virginia and posting updates on his own social media platform. On Tuesday, he stood in front of cameras at the White House and stated clearly:

“I knew they were saying: ‘Is he OK? What’s wrong?’—but I’ve never felt better.”

He also took a familiar jab at Joe Biden, once again labelling him as physically weakened and dependent on his advisers.

The Hand that Sparked the Storm

The rumours took off when images showed a dark spot on Trump’s right hand. According to the White House, it was caused by his daily aspirin regimen, which can lead to minor bruising. A medical report from July described it as a completely harmless side effect. Still, it triggered a digital maelstrom of speculation.

When Absence Becomes a Legacy

Experts point out that Trump’s constant presence in the media means even a few days of silence is fuel for the rumour mill. Vice President JD Vance only amplified the tension when he said he was “ready if tragedy should strike.”

According to Google, searches for Trump increased eightfold over the weekend compared to the previous days. The most popular search terms were “Trump health”, “Trump dead”, and “Trump age”.

The Conspiracies Live On

Although Trump appeared in public and dismissed all claims, #Trumpdead was trending again on Tuesday night. As a researcher from Dartmouth put it: “Everyone is vulnerable to misinformation—especially when it fits people’s pre-existing expectations.”

For now, the president himself has put his foot down: He feels in top shape—but in the digital age, there’s no guarantee a rumour will die just because the person is alive.

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