BETHESDA, Maryland — Donald Trump arrived at a military hospital near Washington on Friday for what aides described as a routine health checkup that will nonetheless draw close scrutiny of the 79-year-old U.S. president’s vitality.

Trump was the oldest person to assume the U.S. presidency when he retook the White House in January, and he is the second oldest person to ever serve as the country’s president.

In office, the Republican has maintained a high-tempo schedule and a fondness for red meat. On Sunday, he plans to travel to the Middle East after brokering a Gaza ceasefire deal.

Still, Trump’s health has been a focus of attention a year after President Joe Biden dropped his 2024 reelection bid amid questions about his fitness for the job. Trump drew a contrast with Biden during last

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