Donald Trump walked out of the White House on Friday with a strange sight. His right hand was covered in heavy makeup. It was thick, orange, and badly blended. People noticed right away.
The president has used makeup before to cover bruises on his hand. This time it was even more obvious. The cover-up looked sloppy as he toured The People’s House exhibit near the White House.
The White House gave its usual excuse. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “President Trump is a man of the people and he meets more Americans and shakes their hands on a daily basis than any other President in history.” She also added, “His commitment is unwavering and he proves that every single day.”
They want people to believe the bruises come only from shaking hands. But many doubt this story. The makeup looked like it was hiding something deeper. The excuse did not match what the cameras showed.
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Trump has been trying to appear active. On Thursday night, he was out in Washington, eating pizza and shaking hands with police officers. The White House calls this transparency, but reporters keep asking why they are avoiding real questions about his health.
Last month, officials admitted that Trump has chronic venous insufficiency. It is a blood flow problem common for people of his age. At first, this sounded honest, but no doctor has been made available to explain more. Promises were made, then forgotten.
When reporters pushed again, Leavitt said it was “certainly something we can look into” and insisted there is “nothing to hide.” Yet the White House has not released any treatment plan. No changes in diet. No compression socks. No advice at all.
Leavitt even admitted, “There have been no adjustments made to his lifestyle.” That means the condition is being ignored. Makeup is doing the job of a doctor.
In April, Trump’s physician declared him “in excellent cognitive and physical health.” The report praised his golfing. But swollen ankles, bruised hands, and painted skin tell a different story.
On Friday, Trump seemed nervous about the attention. While speaking in the Oval Office, he kept hiding his right hand under his left. He rested them together on the desk, almost like he wanted to keep the makeup out of sight. But when he stood, the orange coating was visible again.
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