International News: While US President Donald Trump is in the news for his tariff policy, his deteriorating health is also constantly making headlines. Questions are now being raised about the fitness of 79-year-old Trump and whether he will be able to complete his term or may have to leave the post midway.
These speculations got further strength when US Vice President JD Vance said in an interview with USA Today that if a "terrible tragedy" is faced, he is fully prepared to take charge of the country. Even though he did not name Trump directly, his statement has created a stir in political circles.
What does Vance's statement mean?
Vance, who became the youngest Vice President of America at the age of just 41, was asked if he was ready to take up the responsibility of the President in difficult circumstances. In response to this, he said that if the country goes through a major calamity, he is fully prepared. Political analysts believe that this statement may be an indirect indication of Trump's health. Interestingly, recently Trump had described Vance as his most trusted successor.
Increasing doubts about Trump's health
In many videos and pictures that went viral on social media, Trump is seen walking falteringly. The black mark on his hand is also a topic of discussion. Some people consider it a symptom of a serious illness, while some are calling it an allergy to medicine.
The White House press secretary says that Trump takes aspirin, which can cause skin allergies. At the same time, his personal doctor, Sean Barbabella, believes that this is only a mild tissue irritation.
But not all experts agree with this. Two well-known American psychiatrists, Dr. Harry Segal and Dr. John Gartner, claim that Trump is showing early symptoms of dementia. Gartner also said in his show Shrinking Trump that Trump may be suffering from more than one type of dementia.
What is dementia?
Dementia is a condition in which a person's memory and thinking ability gradually weaken. According to research, one in every four people above the age of 85 is affected by it. The most common form of this is Alzheimer's, in which the patient faces problems of memory and physical instability.
Politics vs Health
The Trump administration and his family have not yet given any clear information on this subject. Political experts believe that Trump supporters are hiding the real condition of his health so that they do not have to face electoral criticism like Biden. It is worth noting that during the election, Trump often made fun of Biden's health.
However, JD Vance also said in the end that Trump is healthy and will complete his full term. Despite this, his statement has raised a new question in American politics: can Trump really leave office due to his health?
