President Donald Trump was recorded dozing during a December 2 cabinet meeting, prompting media and White House commentary on his energy, health, and media portrayal.
Trump Claims High Energy
During the Tuesday briefing, Trump dismissed concerns about his stamina by hailing himself as “more capable than 25 years ago” and criticized the New York Times for reporting on his activity levels.
He insisted he was fit, accusing the media of unfair treatment, and called reporters “crazy.” Shortly after, he appeared to struggle with drowsiness in a later briefing on cabinet members.
Cameras Catch Trump Dozing
Video footage reportedly captured Trump in a drowsy state for over an hour, with cameras showing him closing his eyes 15 minutes after his self‑assured remarks.
His eyelids drooped more noticeably during each subsequent speaker—Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Treasury Secretary John B. Taylor, and others—reaching a peak when Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke; Trump sat beside Rubio with his eyes closed for several seconds.
White House Defends Attendance
White House spokesperson Caroline Leavitt insisted that Trump listened attentively during a three‑hour session and remained active in media engagement, ready to answer reporters.
The administration noted that the president posted roughly 150 social‑media updates before midnight and after 5:30 a.m., despite an intensive night and morning.
Repeat Incidents Highlight Questionable Condition
This is not the first time Trump has been filmed drowsing at official events; footage from the Oval Office on November 6 shows him struggling to keep eyes open for nearly 20 minutes.
Both videos rapidly circulated online, leading American media to question whether his health conditions allow him to effectively perform presidential duties.
Health Concerns Persist Amid Limited Transparency
Experts note that dozing at 79 years old does not automatically signal serious health issues, but the topic resurfaces due to sparse information about Trump’s condition.
He has previously issued overly optimistic medical statements, and recent tests—such as an MRI—have raised doubts about their scope and timing, according to CNN.
Poland’s Political Dozing Tradition
Polish media also reported on similar incidents, notably footage from 2023 of Sejm parliamentarian Janusz Korwin‑Mikke sleeping during a session, as TVN24 highlighted.
