00:00A clinical professor of medicine has publicly said he believes President Donald Trump may have experienced a stroke, citing observations from the president's recent public appearances.
00:09Professor Bruce Davidson of Washington State University's Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine shared his assessment during an episode of the podcast The Court of History, hosted by historian Sean Weilance and author Sidney Blumenthal.
00:20Davidson emphasized that his remarks reflected his personal medical impression based on publicly available footage and statements.
00:26According to Davidson, certain physical behaviors, such as changes in gait, hand positioning, and episodes of daytime sleepiness, are consistent with symptoms often seen after a stroke.
00:35He said these observations appeared to emerge earlier in 2025 and may indicate a stroke affecting the left side of the brain, which controls the right side of the body.
00:43Davidson also referenced occasions in which Trump appeared to struggle briefly with speech earlier in the year, noting that such symptoms can improve over time in stroke patients.
00:51He added that Trump's reported use of a daily full-dose aspirin raised questions, as that dosage is commonly prescribed to prevent repeat strokes in specific cases.
00:59Trump, who is 79, has repeatedly stated that he is in excellent physical and cognitive health, and the White House has issued statements supporting that position.
01:07Davidson said he does not believe the president shows signs of dementia, and stated that Trump appears capable of performing his duties.
01:13The professor further noted that many individuals recover from strokes while maintaining judgment and decision-making ability, particularly with medical care and support.
01:21The professor also discussed Trump's comments about undergoing medical imaging, explaining the difference between CT scans and MRS, and suggesting that an MRI of the brain may have been performed.
01:31Davidson said he believes public disclosure of significant health events is important in a democracy.
01:36He said there is no current indication that constitutional measures regarding presidential fitness are necessary, while adding that transparency about a president's health is important in a democratic system.
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