Concerns about President Donald Trump’s health have resurfaced following observations made during the debut of his wife’s latest film.
The Trumps attended the Trump-Kennedy Center on Thursday, January 29, to mark the launch of Melania Trump’s political documentary. This documentary, bearing her name, chronicles the lead-up to Trump’s second presidential campaign.
During the screening of Melania: Twenty Days to History, while Melania discussed the documentary with interviewers, attention shifted to Trump’s demeanor, which stirred unease online.
As Trump stood by Melania during her interactions with the media, viewers took notice of his behavior. He was seen slightly swaying and occasionally closing his eyes, which drew concern on social media platforms.
Comments on X reflected these concerns, with one user noting: “Folks! Donald Trump looks thrilled to be there.”
Another user remarked: “He can’t wait to go to sleep.”
A different user commented: “Both of them are in serious pain.”
These observations follow previous remarks from the White House responding to allegations that Trump frequently dozes off during public engagements. In December, during a Cabinet meeting, Trump’s apparent state of rest prompted White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to dismiss such claims.
Leavitt stated: “President Trump was listening attentively and running the entire three-hour marathon Cabinet meeting.”
A similar situation arose a few days later when the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo visited.
The Trump administration has consistently denied any health or sleep issues, including the recurring appearance of a bruise on his hand, explained by the White House as the result of frequent handshaking.
As for the documentary itself, it has received a range of reviews since its release on January 30. While some appreciate its patriotic tone, others are less impressed.
On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an 11 percent rating, with critics describing it as “everything a documentary shouldn’t be.”
FOLKS! Donald Trump looks thrilled to be there.
pic.twitter.com/fiOLjJmyBM— Lucas Sanders 👊🏽🔥🇺🇸 (@LucasSa56947288) January 30, 2026
One review stated: “It’s fascinating to see so pure and naked an instrument of graft and propaganda deployed to great effect on an audience happy to lap it up.”
Another review commented: “In the end, what transpired was mostly dull behind-the-scenes movements offering little new insight into the private world of Mrs Trump.”
However, some viewers appreciated the film, seeing it as a portrayal of ‘class’ and elegance in the White House.
A reviewer expressed: “Inside look at our elegant and gracious 1st lady. Would love to have more of her backstory coming from Slovakia. Theater we went to had clapping and cheering!”
Inquiries have been made to the White House for further comments.