Liberal Social Media LIGHTS UP With Theories on ‘Desperate’ Trump Hand Make-Up
Jennifer Bowers Bahney Aug 23rd, 2025, 2:58 pm
President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Journalist Aaron Rupar called Trump’s alleged attempt “very conspicuous,” while others claimed photos of Trump’s swelling pointed to a serious heart condition rather than the “chronic venous insufficiency” claimed by the White House.
In June, press secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed concerns over Trump’s swollen ankles and hand bruising following media speculation.
“Bilateral lower extremity venous Doppler ultrasounds were performed and revealed chronic venous insufficiency, a benign and common condition, particularly