US President Donald Trump's health is under fresh scrutiny in Washington after a new video from the White House, posted online this week, appeared to show him wheezing and struggling to breathe as he spoke to reporters about Iran. The Trump video, filmed in a hallway as he walked towards the press, has triggered a wave of alarm among critics and casual viewers alike, with some social media users claiming he looks 'close to death.'
The news came after months of simmering questions about Trump's fitness, both mental and physical, which have intensified during a turbulent period for his presidency and US foreign policy. The 80-year-old president has faced persistent speculation over his health for years, from his public gait and weight to his often meandering unscripted remarks, though the White House has repeatedly dismissed concerns and insisted he is in good shape.
