What’s Up with Trump’s Hand Bruise? A Dive into the Speculation
So, Donald Trump has found himself in yet another whirlwind of speculation following his recent meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron. Pictures from this meet-up show the 78-year-old ex-President flaunting a sizable bruise on his right hand, which appeared to be strategically concealed with makeup. Cue the curiosity, right?
The White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, chimed in, attributing the bruise to Trump’s “hardworking” nature, arguing he’s “constantly working and shaking hands all day, every day” (because, of course, those handshakes require a superhero-level commitment). But let’s break this down. As we get older, bruises tend to pop up more readily owing to thinner skin and weakened blood vessels. This is something the experts at the Mayo Clinic back up, showing that aging can indeed make us bruise like a peach—sorry folks, it’s just a part of life.
Another possible cause of such a bruise could be a “blown vein,” a condition often seen post-IV insertion or blood draw. Remember back in fall 2020 when Trump sported bandages on that same hand following COVID-19 and spurred some whispers about needing fluids? Throw in the fact that his predecessor, Joe Biden, is clocking in at 82 and you can’t help but wonder if these physical signs of aging are a bigger trend among our senior leaders.
But wait, there’s more! This bruise isn’t the only thing garnering buzz around the Trumpian world lately. Our former commander-in-chief has also made headlines for announcing radical changes at the White House press pool, claiming power at the Kennedy Center, and bizarrely suggesting he’d want to turn the Gaza Strip into a Trump-branded paradise. Like, excuse us, Mr. Trump? What’s next?
Despite the controversy, this mysterious bruise and a wide array of recent Trump antics have kept social media abuzz with commentary (and memes) galore. Is this bruise a symbol of endurance or just a byproduct of a life in the fast political lane?
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, CNN, The Scottish Sun
