President Donald Trump’s hand, slathered in tan makeup, stole the spotlight in Scotland. The caked-on cover-up appeared to hide a raised, circular patch of skin, raising eyebrows about his health, as the Daily Mail reports. This isn’t the first time that splotch has sparked chatter.
Weeks ago, the White House disclosed Trump’s chronic venous insufficiency diagnosis. The condition, tied to mild leg swelling, was revealed after a thorough medical checkup. Trump, 79, remains in top shape, officials insist.
During a White House press gaggle earlier this month, Trump’s hand looked suspiciously coated. The makeup, masking that same odd patch, set tongues wagging. Why the cover-up, and what’s really going on?
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced Trump noticed “mild swelling” in his legs. A comprehensive exam, including vascular studies, followed. “Diagnostic vascular studies” sounds serious, but Leavitt downplayed it, claiming it’s just routine for a man of Trump’s age.
Bilateral ultrasounds confirmed chronic venous insufficiency, a condition common in those over 70. Leavitt stressed there’s “no evidence” of deeper issues such as thrombosis. Yet the Left loves to spin this as a scandal, ignoring the science.
The Cleveland Clinic notes this condition affects one in 20 adults. It’s caused by damaged leg veins, resulting in blood pooling and increased pressure. For Trump, it’s apparently no big deal -- just another day of defying the odds.
Trump’s Scotland jaunt included high-profile meetings with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Press photos consistently showed that makeup-covered hand. The raised skin patch, visible multiple times this month, keeps fueling speculation.
Leavitt brushed off concerns, saying there’s “no discomfort” for Trump. She pointed to his relentless schedule, noting he’s “working around the clock.” The progressive media, predictably, obsesses over cosmetics instead of his stamina.
White House Physician Sean Barbarella’s letter echoed Leavitt’s calm tone. It mentioned “mild swelling” but no major health risks. Still, the Left’s fixation on Trump’s appearance reeks of petty distraction from his policy wins.
Chronic venous insufficiency can cause achy legs, cramps, or leathery skin. Up to half of those with prior blood clots develop post-thrombotic syndrome, per the Cleveland Clinic. Trump’s team hasn’t linked his condition to this, but the dots are there.
Officials previously blamed bruising on Trump’s frequent handshaking. The man’s a people’s president, always greeting supporters. Contrast that with Biden’s aloofness, and it’s clear who’s got the vigor.
Leavitt dodged questions about Trump altering his routine. Golfing and those iconic “Y.M.C.A.” dance moves remain untouched. The woke crowd probably hopes he’ll slow down, but Trump’s not bending to their narrative.
Trump, the oldest president sworn in at 78, keeps proving his mettle. He fields endless reporter questions, often speaking for an hour straight. Meanwhile, Biden’s team hid his frailties, as Trump’s recent probe into an autopen scandal exposed.
In May, Trump reposted a jab calling Biden a “decrepit corpse” after his cancer diagnosis. Harsh? Maybe, but it underscores Trump’s point: mental and physical sharpness matter in leadership.
The makeup mystery persists, but Trump’s energy doesn’t. Chronic venous insufficiency won’t stop him from shaking hands or swinging clubs. The Left’s obsession with his skin only highlights their desperation to undermine a titan.
