Trump’s Age Problem Is Hiding in Plain Sight
Donald Trump is approaching his 80th birthday, yet his age and health remain largely unaddressed in political discourse. Despite past criticisms of Joe Biden's age, Democrats have not focused on Trump's health issues, including visible signs of aging. This raises questions about transparency and the political implications of age in leadership.
- ▪Trump will turn 80 next month.
- ▪Democrats are hesitant to make Trump's age a political issue.
- ▪There are concerns about Trump's health, including his public appearances and physical condition.
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/PreviewTrump’s Age Problem Is Hiding in Plain SightSam Stein and Lauren EganMay 20, 2026∙ PaidShareDonald Trump turns 80 next month, but Democrats still seem reluctant to make his age and health a political issue. Sam Stein and Lauren Egan give their takes on the questions about Trump’s bruised hands, dentist visits, public appearances, and why the overall transparency about Trump's health hasn't become a bigger story even after Republicans spent years relentlessly attacking Joe Biden over age and decline.
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