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Trump Faces Criticism Over Briefing Nap Allegations

11/12/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced renewed questions about his fitness after appearing to nap during an Oval Office briefing on November 8, 2025.
The White House attributed his recent bruising and swelling to chronic venous insufficiency.
Critics, including California Governor Gavin Newsom, say there is a double standard, and Trump would have criticized Joe Biden for similar behavior.
A White House spokeswoman denied that Trump was sleeping during the briefing.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced renewed questions about his fitness after appearing to nap during an Oval Office briefing on November 8, 2025.
The White House attributed his recent bruising and swelling to chronic venous insufficiency.
Critics, including California Governor Gavin Newsom, say there is a double standard, and Trump would have criticized Joe Biden for similar behavior.
A White House spokeswoman denied that Trump was sleeping during the briefing.