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Former Press Secretary Questions Trump's Mental Fitness Amid Defense

1/21/2026

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Grisham Questions Trump's Fitness

Stephanie Grisham, the former White House press secretary, described U.S. President Donald Trump’s press briefing as bizarre and said he is mentally slipping.
Grisham said he lacks empathy and mocks his followers.
Dr. Jonathan Reiner urged a congressional inquiry into Trump's fitness, citing a letter to Norway's Prime Minister.
U.S. President Donald Trump defended his health and cognitive performance during a briefing.

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Reiner Urges Inquiry

Dr. Jonathan Reiner calls for a bipartisan inquiry into U.S. President Donald Trump's mental fitness, citing a letter to Norway's Prime Minister.
Democrats, including Rep. Yassamin Ansari, push to invoke the 25th Amendment over Trump's mental state.
Economist Anders Aslund questions how Congress can accept the presidency amid these allegations.
Trump defends his health by saying he has 'nothing to hide' and by touting his cognitive exam results.

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Grisham Questions Trump's Fitness

Stephanie Grisham, the former White House press secretary, described U.S. President Donald Trump’s press briefing as bizarre and said he is mentally slipping.
Grisham said he lacks empathy and mocks his followers.
Dr. Jonathan Reiner urged a congressional inquiry into Trump's fitness, citing a letter to Norway's Prime Minister.
U.S. President Donald Trump defended his health and cognitive performance during a briefing.

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