Donald Trump’s health has been under scrutiny for months, with critics suggesting he may have dementia. Reports have also noted his swollen ankles and hand bruises, which the White House attributes to handshakes. In July, Trump underwent a comprehensive medical exam, revealing mild leg swelling due to chronic venous insufficiency—a common, non-serious condition in those over 70. No signs of heart failure, thrombosis, or other major issues were found.
Now, Dr. Aseem Malhotra, a controversial British cardiologist advising the group Make America Healthy Again, has offered a different theory. He believes Trump’s symptoms, including fatigue and swelling, may be side effects of statins and aspirin, not dementia. Speaking to The Daily Beast, Malhotra said he’d recommend stopping these medications, arguing they may be doing more harm than good, especially without evidence of serious vascular disease.