00:03President Donald Trump defended his stamina and mocked President Joe Biden over sleep habits during a recent Oval Office exchange,
00:10declaring, I'm not a sleeper, despite two recent public moments where the president appeared to doze off during official events.
00:16The remarks came as questions about age and fitness continue to shape public perception of the 79-year-old president.
00:23During a photo op with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, a reporter asked about Trump's work habits.
00:30He added, no, he's not a sleeper. I'm not a sleeper.
00:34Trump was recently seen closing his eyes for extended periods during a cabinet meeting that lasted more than two hours.
00:40At several points, cameras showed Trump leaning forward with his eyes shut or tilting back in his chair while officials spoke.
00:47White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt dismissed the criticism as unfair,
00:51insisting Trump was listening attentively and running the entire meeting.
00:55Trump and his aides have grown frustrated over reporting about his shorter schedule and visible fatigue.
01:01The White House ultimately released a letter from the president's physician claiming Trump remains in excellent overall health following advanced imaging tests.
01:09Trump told reporters,
01:10Trump's frequent public schedule and his willingness to take press questions stand in contrast to Biden's more limited final year in office.
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