Donald Trump’s Family Members Are Silent on His Health Rumors—Are They Hiding More Than We Think?

Since Donald Trump became president, people have been speculating about his health. Even after the White House released his complete medical report in April, the public wasn’t fully convinced. Many thought the report didn’t match what they could clearly observe with their own eyes.

Now, Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)—a condition that affects blood flow in the legs—and that diagnosis has sparked even more concern. But what’s caught the public’s attention just as much as the diagnosis is how quiet his family has been about it.

During his appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup, several people noticed that Trump’s ankles looked swollen. Not long after, others pointed out his blotchy and uneven skin tone. At first, White House medical staff downplayed the symptoms, saying they were just signs of aging and probably caused by poor circulation or even frequent handshaking. But many weren’t buying it—including some doctors and even people close to Trump.

Eventually, after much speculation, Trump went through a more detailed medical examination and was officially diagnosed with CVI.

To most people, the diagnosis itself wasn’t all that surprising. Trump is 79 years old and visibly overweight—health problems like this are not unusual at his age. What people found odd was the complete silence from his family. There were no supportive posts, no public statements, no reassurances—nothing.

This silence is especially noticeable because in the past, Trump’s family was quick to speak up and defend him. Whether it was during past health scares or even the assassination attempt, his children and wife were always there, sharing prayers and confident messages to reassure his supporters. This time, they’re nowhere to be seen or heard.

It’s even more surprising considering how active his adult children usually are on social media. Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump often post and appear on conservative news programs like Fox News, and his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, even has her own show. One would expect them to seize this moment to show public support, especially since they usually rally behind him. But this time, they’re all silent.

Some people think this could mean the family is more worried than they’re letting on. Maybe they can’t find a way to put a positive spin on this medical update, especially since CVI is a long-term condition that can get worse over time.

Adding to the unease is the fact that none of the Trump children have said anything about the newly released Epstein files either, which many expected them to comment on. Even Melania Trump, who usually stays quiet about political matters, hasn’t made any statements about her husband’s health. The only recent post from her was a promotional message about her audiobook, where she shared a memory of how she and Donald first met. It felt out of place—more like a marketing move than a message of support.

The only family member to speak openly about Trump’s health is Mary Trump, his estranged niece. She’s a trained psychologist and one of his most outspoken critics. In a YouTube video released on July 17, she talked about his diagnosis and what it could mean in the long term. She referenced medical research and warned that advanced CVI can lead to serious complications like leg ulcers, skin breakdown, and even heart problems. She also laughed off the White House’s explanation that his bruises came from shaking hands, saying sarcastically, “I’ve never once in my life gotten a bruise from a handshake.”

Trump continues to present himself as energetic and strong, but people are starting to wonder—if everything is really fine, why hasn’t anyone from his own family come out to say so? The silence is speaking louder than any official statement.