More than 230 doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals have signed an open letter urging former President Trump to release his medical records. They raise concerns about Trump’s advanced age and lack of transparency regarding his health and medical history. The signatories, most of whom support Vice President Kamala Harris for president, express worry about Trump’s fitness for office based on his public appearances, which they claim show signs of cognitive decline. They call on Trump to provide more information about his physical health and mental acuity, given his age.
Vice President Harris has recently released a clean bill of health from her personal physician, prompting the push for Trump to do the same. Harris has emphasized the importance of transparency in ensuring that elected officials are capable of performing their duties. While Trump released his health records during his 2016 campaign and continued to do so while in office, he has yet to provide updated records for the upcoming 2024 election. Harris has criticized Trump for not releasing his medical records, suggesting that his refusal may indicate a lack of readiness, stability, or fitness for the presidency.
In response to calls for Trump to release his medical records, the Trump campaign has pointed out that the former president has voluntarily shared updates about his health in the past. They noted that Trump underwent a screening by Dr. Ronny Jackson, a former White House physician, after an assassination attempt. The campaign emphasized that all evaluations concluded Trump was in excellent health and fit to serve as Commander in Chief. They also compared Trump’s rigorous campaign schedule to Harris’s lighter one, suggesting that she lacks the stamina needed for the presidency.
Trump himself has reacted to Harris’s medical statement by questioning her fitness for the presidency. He described her health as “really bad” and suggested that she may not be capable of running for president. Trump insisted that his own health report is perfect and without problems. Harris has been challenging Trump to release his medical records, highlighting the importance of transparency in assuring the public that candidates are physically and mentally capable of fulfilling the responsibilities of the presidency.
The debate over releasing medical records has intensified as the election approaches, with Harris pushing for transparency and Trump facing questions about his health and fitness for office. The calls for Trump to provide updated medical information come amid concerns about his age and cognitive acuity. Harris’s own clean bill of health has added pressure on Trump to follow suit and share his medical records with the public. As the campaign continues, the issue of candidates’ health and transparency is likely to remain a topic of debate and scrutiny.
