Trump wearing an LVAD? POTUS' latest appearance amid health concerns spark reactions

President Donald Trump's latest Oval Office appearance has sparked even more bizarre health concerns

Published on: Sep 4, 2025, 03:37:24 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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President Donald Trump's latest Oval Office appearance has sparked even more bizarre health concerns. On Wednesday, a TikTok user pointed out that they could see an LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device)-type pump under the president's jacket. There is no evidence to back this claim. HT.com cannot verify it.

Donald Trump, during a meeting with Karol Nawrocki, Poland's president (Bloomberg)

“What is under Trump's suit jacket? Is it an LVAD?” TikTok handle Tarot and Tea asked. The video quickly went viral and sparked several reactions.

“Trump has an LVAD??” one person asked on X, platform formerly known as Twitter.

“Is Donald Trump wearing an LVAD? 👀” another one tweeted.

A Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) is a mechanical pump implanted in patients with severe heart failure when the heart’s left ventricle can’t pump enough blood on its own. It helps circulate blood throughout the body, often serving as a bridge to a heart transplant or as long-term therapy. However, Donald Trump has no history of heart issues.

Donald Trump health concerns

Speculation about Trump’s health has intensified in recent weeks. His absence from public events for several days over the Labor Day weekend sparked widespread rumors, including the viral ‘Trump is Dead’ trend on X.

Photos of bruises on his hands, first noted in February 2025, and swollen ankles, linked to a July-diagnosed chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), have fueled concerns.

Trump recently dismissed the chatter on Truth Social, claiming he ‘never felt better’. He later addressed the ‘dead’ trend in an Oval Office press conference, calling it ‘fake news’ and citing a busy weekend.

The White House’s April physical exam declared Trump was in ‘excellent health’ and ‘fully fit’, with a Montreal Cognitive Assessment showing no issues.

His physician, Sean Barbabella, attributed hand bruises to frequent handshakes and aspirin use, while CVI was deemed benign.

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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