Donald Trump recently made a surprising statement, claiming, “I am far healthier than Obama.” It didn’t take long for people to react, and the response on Twitter was quick, harsh, and hilarious. For most people, the idea that Trump is healthier than Barack Obama just doesn’t make any sense.
Trump: “I am far healthier than …Obama” pic.twitter.com/uR9hFOdoQ9
— PatriotTakes 🇺🇸 (@patriottakes) October 15, 2024
Trump: “I am far healthier than …Obama” pic.twitter.com/fV2MOGU8Qr
— PatriotTakes 🇺🇸 (@patriottakes) October 15, 2024
Obama is known for his active lifestyle. He was often seen jogging, playing basketball, and working out regularly while he was in office. Trump, on the other hand, has admitted he’s not much of a fitness fan. His love for fast food, especially McDonald’s, is no secret, and he’s known for riding around in a golf cart rather than walking. So, it’s easy to see why many found Trump’s claim unbelievable.
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One Twitter user, @lolas_hooman, summed up the situation perfectly: “He meant to say that he’s far fatter, older, and uglier than Obama. You know how often he misspeaks.”
He meant to say that he’s far fatter, older, and uglier than Obama. You know how often he misspeaks.
— We’re not going back. (@lolas_hooman) October 15, 2024
This was just one of many comments that called out Trump’s statement, poking fun at his appearance and tendency to say things that don’t always add up. Another user, @thequalmpeddler, made a more direct point: “Has he tried looking in a mirror?”
Has he tried looking in a mirror?
— Scary Miss Lesley. 💀🎃 (@thequalmpeddler) October 15, 2024
Trump’s orange-tinted skin and his visible weight have been the subject of jokes for years, so this comment hit hard. Compared to Obama, who always seemed fit and energetic, Trump doesn’t exactly look like the picture of health.
The Twitter reactions got even more brutal. One user, @thenewsscreener, tweeted, “He’s a fat blob that looks like he’s suffering from jaundice due to his yellowish/orange color.”
He’s a fat blob that looks like he’s suffering from jaundice due to his yellowish/orange color.
He’s got one foot in the grave and the other foot is trying to kick his own butt into the grave.
Seriously… he’s an old bastard.
— The World View (@thenewsscreener) October 15, 2024
The jab about Trump’s orange skin color is a joke that never seems to go away, but it’s also a reminder of how out of touch his claim really is.
Not everyone was just joking, though. Some people were genuinely concerned about Trump’s health, especially since he’s running for president again. One user, @republicrat96, pointed out, “Will SOMEONE tell us what is wrong with Trump? He’s the Republican nominee, guys. This is dangerous.”
Will SOMEONE tell us what is wrong with Trump? He’s the Republican nominee, guys. This is dangerous
— Republicrat96 (@republicrat96) October 15, 2024
It’s a serious question, considering Trump’s age and the toll that the stress of a campaign could take on someone who’s not in peak condition.
When you look at the facts, Obama’s active lifestyle has been well-documented. He frequently played basketball, stayed fit, and encouraged healthy eating through his wife Michelle Obama’s initiatives. Trump, on the other hand, isn’t known for working out or promoting health. His frequent consumption of fast food and diet sodas has even been mentioned by people close to him. So, the comparison between the two is a bit strange, to say the least.
But as always, Trump’s followers might still believe what he says. No matter how outrageous his statements may be, his supporters often back him up. However, the responses from regular people on Twitter show that not everyone is falling for it.
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