On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gave a candid interview on the Katie Miller Podcast (hosted by the wife of White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller) that has since gone viral for its blunt assessment of President Trump’s dietary habits.
While Kennedy intended to praise the President’s "incredible energy" and resilience, his description of Trump’s daily intake quickly became the focal point of online mockery and debate.
"Pumping Himself Full of Poison" During the interview, Kennedy discussed the challenges of traveling with the President, noting that while Trump eats "really good food" when at the White House or Mar-a-Lago, his habits "deteriorate significantly" on the road.
The Quote: Kennedy remarked, "If you travel with him, you get this idea that he’s just pumping himself full of poison all day long. You don't know how he's walking around, much less being the most energetic person any of us have ever met."
The "Unhinged" Diet: He labeled Trump’s eating habits as the most "unhinged" of anyone in the administration, specifically citing a constant stream of McDonald’s, candy, and Diet Coke.
The "Deity" Comparison: Kennedy joked that the President must have the "constitution of a deity" to survive such a diet at nearly 80 years old, adding, "I don't know how he's alive, but he is."
The MAHA Contradiction The comments have drawn sharp reactions because they come just one week after Kennedy and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins unveiled the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
The "War on Sugar": These new guidelines—the cornerstone of the administration’s "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) initiative—declare a "war on added sugar" and "highly processed foods."
Internet Reaction: Critics were quick to point out the irony of the nation's top health official describing the President as a living medical mystery who ignores his own department's advice. Memes have flooded social media showing "MAHA" logos superimposed over Big Mac boxes.
The White House Response The administration has attempted to bridge the gap between Kennedy's health crusade and the President's personal tastes:
Karoline Leavitt: The White House Press Secretary responded by saying that while the President has "his own personal habits," he fully understands the "power of the movement" led by moms and health advocates pushing for the MAHA agenda.
Trust in Corporations: Kennedy himself offered a defense for Trump’s fast-food habit, explaining that the President eats from major chains while traveling because he "trusts" their hygiene standards and "doesn't want to get sick" from unknown local catering.
The "Testosterone" Defense To bolster the claim of Trump's "deity-like" health, Kennedy cited a recent medical review by Dr. Mehmet Oz, claiming that Trump has the "highest testosterone level" the doctor had ever seen for a man over 70. This specific detail has become its own sub-meme, often paired w
00:04President Donald Trump's support among Generation Z voters has sharply declined during his second term,
00:09marking one of the most dramatic shifts in any voting bloc.
00:12Trump's net approval in February 2025 was plus 10, Enten said during an on-air analysis.
00:18It's now minus 32. That's a drop of 42 points.
00:21Data shows that Gen Z voters who played a decisive role in Trump's 2024 re-election have moved significantly away from him.
00:28In 2024, Democrats held a six-point advantage over Republicans among Gen Z voters.
00:33By 2025, that margin had expanded to 25 points.
00:37That is the largest shift we see, by far, compared to any other group, Enten said.
00:42Research cited by Susan A. Hughes of Harvard Kennedy School indicates a steep decline in Gen Z approval of Trump during the first seven months of his second term, falling from 94% to 69%.
00:54January 20 marks one year since Trump was re-elected to the White House, and his overall approval ratings have shown a steady downward trend throughout that period.
01:02Trump began his second term with a net approval rating of plus 2. By November, that figure dropped to minus 18.
01:09As of January 2026, it stands at approximately minus 16.
01:13Several developments have coincided with shifts in public opinion, including the administration's announcement of new tariffs in early April.
01:19Trump was re-elected amid economic concerns, campaigning on promises to boost incomes, eliminate inflation, and revive job growth.
01:27However, polling data shows declining approval of his handling of the economy and inflation following trade policy announcements.
01:33YouGov data also indicates growing disapproval of Trump's immigration policies, another key issue during his campaign.
01:39Recent Ipsos polling of 1,248 adults shows a 42% approval rating and 56% disapproval.
01:46An American Research Group survey of 1,100 adults reports 35% approval and 62% disapproval.
01:54The latest Gallup poll places Trump's disapproval rating at 59%, with approval remaining consistently low across major surveys.
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