Donald Trump has fired back at growing speculation over his health and stamina, issuing a fiery statement dismissing rumors that he’s “losing his energy” amid a series of recent viral videos showing him appearing sluggish during public events. The former president, now 78, called the claims “a pathetic media hoax,” insisting that he’s in “better shape than anyone in Washington — maybe better than ever.”
“They say I’m slowing down? That’s what losers say when they’re jealous,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social late Monday night. “I’m outworking every one of these people — the rallies, the interviews, the meetings. I’ve never had more energy in my life. Anyone who’s seen me knows it.”
His remarks come after multiple clips circulated on X and TikTok showing Trump appearing tired or briefly unresponsive during campaign stops and policy meetings. In one video, shared by political commentator @Acyn, Trump is seen with his eyes closed for several seconds before suddenly straightening up. The footage quickly went viral, sparking debate over whether he had “nodded off” mid-conversation.
“Trump angrily denies rumors he’s losing his energy — ‘I have more stamina than anyone in politics!’” @people
Sources close to the Trump campaign told Axios that the former president was “furious” about how the videos were framed online. “He hates when people question his strength or endurance,” one aide said. “He views himself as the alpha — the tireless fighter — and he’s determined to prove it.”
During a rally in Michigan over the weekend, Trump addressed the issue head-on, mocking the speculation with trademark bravado. “They say I’m tired — look at me!” he shouted to cheers. “I do three rallies a day, play golf, do interviews, and still have time to run circles around Sleepy Joe. I think they’re projecting.”
Still, critics have pointed to subtle changes in Trump’s mannerisms during recent public appearances — slower speech, moments of hesitation, and shorter walking distances between vehicles and stages — as signs that age may finally be catching up with him. A viral post from @MeidasTouch argued that “Trump’s health and focus are becoming the elephant in the room.”
“Even supporters are whispering about Trump’s energy. The man looks exhausted — it’s undeniable.” @guardian
But the Trump campaign has flatly rejected those narratives, releasing footage of the former president greeting factory workers, shaking hands with construction crews, and joking with supporters to prove he’s “as sharp and spirited as ever.” “Watch the videos,” said campaign spokesperson Laura Loomer. “He’s speaking for hours, commanding crowds of 20,000 — nobody else can do that.”
Behind the scenes, however, campaign insiders admit the former president’s schedule has been “strategically adjusted” in recent months to allow more rest between major appearances. “He’s still unstoppable, but even he’s human,” one aide told NBC News. “They’re pacing him better — not slowing him down, just managing the optics.”
Medical professionals have weighed in cautiously on the public speculation. “Fatigue and momentary lapses are normal for anyone his age,” said Dr. Robert Fielding of the Mayo Clinic. “What matters is whether there are consistent cognitive or physical declines. From the outside, that’s impossible to diagnose.”
Trump’s supporters, meanwhile, have rallied behind him online, accusing the media of manufacturing health scares to undermine his image. “They did this before in 2016, and again in 2020,” one user wrote on X. “They’ve been saying he’s ‘done’ for years — and he just keeps proving them wrong.”
“‘They said I was finished. I’m just getting started.’ — Donald Trump.” @reuters
Even some of Trump’s critics acknowledge his political resilience. “Love him or hate him, the man is relentless,” wrote columnist Maggie Haberman. “He feeds off being underestimated — and these kinds of attacks only energize him more.”
At a recent fundraiser in Palm Beach, Trump appeared to reference the controversy with a grin. “They say I’m losing my energy,” he told the crowd. “Funny, because I still have enough energy to drive the media crazy — every single day.” The audience erupted in laughter and applause.
For now, Trump seems determined to turn the criticism into motivation — a familiar tactic for a politician who thrives on confrontation. “Every time they doubt me,” he wrote on Truth Social, “I come back stronger. Get ready — because we’re just getting warmed up.”
