UPDATE: In a surprising cabinet meeting earlier today, President Donald Trump appeared visibly fatigued, mistakenly wishing his team a “great holiday week,” even though Thanksgiving has just passed and Christmas is still over three weeks away.
In an unusual display of exhaustion, Trump struggled to remain alert during the meeting, where he was seen closing his eyes intermittently, prompting reactions across social media. Clips of the meeting circulated on X, with users joking about the president’s apparent confusion. One user quipped, “I guess we’re doing weeklong Pearl Harbor Day celebrations?” Another chimed in, “That was LAST WEEK. Does he not remember that he pardoned some turkeys last week?”
During the meeting, Trump attempted to expedite proceedings by encouraging cabinet members to speak quickly. Despite his efforts, many officials delivered lengthy presentations, leaving the president to fight the urge to doze off. At one point, he was caught on camera reclining in his chair, eyes drooping as he struggled to stay alert.
This episode follows Trump’s recent criticisms of a New York Times article that scrutinized his schedule and stamina at age 79. In a bid to counter the narrative, he declared in the meeting that he is “sharper than I was 25 years ago,” even referring to himself in the third person to underscore his point, claiming “Trump is sharp, but they’re not sharp,” in reference to the newspaper.
Following the meeting, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed concerns about Trump’s fatigue. She stated that the president was “listening attentively and running the entire three-hour marathon Cabinet meeting,” and emphasized the administration’s accomplishments aimed at “Making America Great Again.”
These developments spark questions about Trump’s ability to govern effectively as he approaches the 2024 election campaign. As the political landscape heats up, observers will be watching closely to see how Trump manages his public appearances and addresses concerns about his stamina and focus.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds.
