People concerned for Trump’s ‘mental decline’ after baffling footage shows him forgetting major detail
A recent moment from President Donald Trump’s public appearance has sparked widespread concern and criticism online, as many people are questioning his mental sharpness after he appeared to forget a major detail about his own time in office. In a press briefing from the Oval Office, Trump spoke about Jerome Powell, the current Chair of the Federal Reserve, and criticized his performance in handling interest rates. Trump said Powell was doing a “terrible job” and blamed him for making it harder for Americans to get mortgages and buy homes due to high interest rates.
But during his criticism, Trump made a confusing statement — he expressed surprise that President Joe Biden had appointed Powell. This immediately caught people’s attention because it was actually Trump himself who first appointed Powell to the role back in 2017 during his first term in office. Biden later reappointed Powell for a second term, but Trump’s comments suggested he had either forgotten or was trying to distance himself from that fact.
The moment quickly spread on social media, where users were stunned by what they saw as either a serious memory lapse or an attempt to rewrite history. Several people pointed out that Trump not only appointed Powell but also publicly praised him at the time. Videos of Trump’s 2017 announcement surfaced, showing him speaking positively about Powell’s qualifications and leadership.
Some people saw the incident as a simple mistake, while others were more alarmed. Critics on social media accused Trump of showing signs of cognitive decline, with many comparing the moment to similar slip-ups that President Biden has been heavily criticized for. A number of commenters noted the double standard in media coverage, saying that if Biden had forgotten such a major detail from his presidency, the backlash would have been far more intense.
One user expressed disbelief that Trump forgot such a major decision from his own administration and questioned how someone with that kind of memory lapse could be trusted to handle the economy or global affairs. Others described the moment as disturbing, suggesting it could be a warning sign of deeper cognitive issues. Some users even made sarcastic comparisons, joking that Trump was starting to resemble Biden in the very ways he often mocks.
Despite these concerns, the White House has previously stated that Trump is mentally and physically fit. Earlier this year, official medical updates from his physician dismissed speculation about his cognitive health, saying that he was in good condition to carry out the duties of the presidency. Still, this latest moment has reignited debate over Trump’s mental state, especially as he remains a dominant figure in politics and public life.
As of now, the White House has not issued a specific comment on this incident, though requests for clarification have been made. The situation has added fuel to ongoing conversations about age, fitness, and accountability in political leadership, particularly among older politicians in high-stakes roles.
