URGENT UPDATE: Former President Donald Trump has just confirmed that he did not undergo an MRI during his medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in October. Instead, he asserts that he had a CT scan, which was mischaracterized as an MRI, a more extensive imaging procedure.
In a statement released on December 1, Trump and his doctor clarified that the CT scan was performed “to definitively rule out any cardiovascular issues” and revealed no abnormalities. This revelation comes in response to conflicting reports from White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, who stated earlier that Trump had undergone a “preventive” MRI and remains in “excellent overall health.”
Trump previously commented on the situation, expressing confusion about the necessity of the scan and asserting he planned to release the results, describing them as “perfect.” He emphasized, “It was just an MRI… It wasn’t the brain because I took a cognitive test and I aced it.”
In a later discussion with The Wall Street Journal, Trump reflected on the decision to disclose information about his medical care at Walter Reed, stating, “In retrospect, it’s too bad I took it because it gave them a little ammunition.” He added, “I would have been a lot better off if they didn’t, because the fact that I took it said, ‘Oh gee, is something wrong?’ Well, nothing’s wrong.”
This developing story raises questions about the transparency of medical procedures undertaken by high-profile political figures. As Trump continues to navigate public scrutiny regarding his health, many are left wondering how these revelations might impact his political future and public perception.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds.
