White House reacts to Trump's speech video fueling health worries
President Trump recently faced scrutiny over his health following remarks at a "Champion of Coal" event on February 11. Concerns arose online about his speech delivery.
Event Highlights
At the White House gathering, President Trump signed an executive order to promote coal-related power initiatives. He was praised as the "undisputed champion of beautiful clean coal" by James Grech, CEO of Peabody Energy, and received a trophy.
During his speech, Trump applauded American coal workers, highlighting their contributions to the nation's prosperity and opportunity.
Online Reactions
After the address, some viewers noted what they believed were slurred words, sparking conversations on social media about his well-being. Several users expressed concern about possible health issues.
White House Response
The White House responded with a statement from spokesperson Davis Ingle, defending Trump's capabilities and criticizing The Daily Beast for promoting unfounded theories. The statement itself stirred further online discussion.
This incident is not the first time attention has been drawn to Trump's speech patterns. In 2017, he was mocked after briefly stumbling during a public address on relocating the U.S. embassy in Israel to Jerusalem.