White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has clarified the situation after Donald Trump was seen with bandages on his hands, explaining that it is not related to any injury.
During a press conference this week, Leavitt addressed why the president was using bandages after Trump visited Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania. The purpose of the visit was to discuss the cost of living and introduce a $12 billion aid package designed to support farmers affected by market disruptions.
A journalist at the conference mentioned that Trump had been observed on several occasions with bandages on his hands and inquired about their purpose.
Instances where Trump was noted wearing bandages include a Cabinet meeting earlier this month, where he had two Band-Aids on the back of his hand, and the Mount Pocono rally, where bandages were again visible on his right hand.
Responding to the inquiry, Leavitt asserted that the White House had previously provided an explanation, yet she proceeded to clarify the reason for the bandages.
Leavitt explained that unlike most people who use Band-Aids for cuts, Trump’s use of Band-Aids is due to his ‘constant handshaking’.
“The Oval Office is like Grand Central Terminal. He is meeting with more people than any of you even know about on a daily basis,” she explained.
While it remains unclear why handshaking would necessitate bandages, Leavitt mentioned that Trump is on a ‘daily aspirin regimen’, which can ‘contribute to the bruising observed’.
Leavitt’s unexpected explanation led to further questions from the media, but she quickly transitioned to a question regarding the oil industry.
Despite this, many viewers took to social media to express skepticism, questioning why bruises would ‘require multiple bandaids’.
Others inquired, “Why do you need bandaids for shaking hands?”
Trump’s hands have been a topic of interest since his return to office due to observations of bruises and bandages. However, the president has maintained that he is in good health.
On December 1, a memo from his White House physician confirmed that the 79-year-old ‘remains in excellent overall health’ following a ‘comprehensive executive physical’ examination.
UNILAD has contacted the White House for further comments.