Trump to get "routine annual" medical exam 7 months after last visit to Walter Reed

May 25, 2026 - 23:28

White House officials confirmed that former President Donald Trump is scheduled for a routine annual medical examination, marking his first visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in seven months. The announcement comes as the administration continues to tout Trump's "excellent health" while facing persistent questions about the physical demands of the presidency for the oldest individual ever inaugurated into the office.

The exam, described by aides as a standard checkup, will take place at the military hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. Trump's last documented visit to Walter Reed occurred in November 2023, where he received a brief evaluation. Since then, the 78-year-old has maintained a rigorous public schedule, including multiple campaign rallies and international engagements. However, medical experts and political opponents have raised concerns about the lack of detailed health disclosures, particularly given the president's age and the stress of the office.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt declined to release specific details about the upcoming tests but reiterated that the president is in "remarkable shape" and "fully capable of handling the duties of the executive branch." Critics argue that the administration has been opaque about Trump's medical history, including his 2020 hospitalization for COVID-19 and reports of elevated cholesterol levels. The exam results are expected to be released in a summary letter from the president's physician, though no timeline has been provided.