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Did Trump fall while entering limo? Viral video sparks questions

The video has sparked debate online, with several users claiming it could be AI-generated.

Published on: Jul 25, 2026, 02:58:21 IST
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An unverified video claiming to show US President Donald Trump falling while getting into a limousine has gone viral on social media. The clip appears to show Trump losing his balance near the vehicle, after which a Secret Service agent helps him get up.

An unverified video claiming to show Donald Trump falling while getting into a limousine has gone viral. (AFP)
An unverified video claiming to show Donald Trump falling while getting into a limousine has gone viral. (AFP)

The video was shared by multiple X accounts on Friday with captions claiming, "Donald Trump collapses as he enters Presidential Limo." Some users claimed the incident happened on July 1 and was broadcast live on Fox News.

The video has sparked debate online, with several users claiming it could be AI-generated.

One user wrote, "It’s fake. Watch the SS agent’s back disappear into the car door."

Another commented, "I don't like Trump, but I can clearly see that this is AI."

A third user pointed to possible visual glitches, writing, "It's AI — pay attention to the upper left-hand corner. Agent's left shoulder blacks out the top right front of the vehicle."

Another added, "The way his legs folded on the ground, it's AI. People don't fall like that."

However, some users believed the video was genuine and raised concerns about Trump's health.

One user wrote, "Maybe he needs a wheelchair or perhaps he should exercise more... oh wait, isn't that a part of healthcare?"

Another commented, "It certainly looked like Trump’s legs briefly gave way. A president’s health should not be treated as classified information."

A third user said, "That seemed pretty controlled. Neurological signal mishap. He would have really banged his knees otherwise."

Another person added, "It looks like he's shaking too. He was unfit 10 years ago, sure, but he definitely is now."

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What Grok said

When asked whether the video was real or AI-generated, Grok said, "Modern AI video can be nearly indistinguishable from real footage, but this clip shows no clear generation artifacts. It appears to be authentic video of Trump being assisted near a vehicle—likely after a stumble or needing brief support. Similar mobility moments have circulated recently."

However, HT.com could not independently verify the video. No major US media outlets or reliable social media accounts have reported or confirmed the incident so far. The origin and authenticity of the clip remain unclear.

 
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.

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