Staff Reports
In a classic display of political posturing, Donald Trump recently threw some serious shade at Vice President Kamala Harris after her campaign unveiled her latest health records. Trump took to Truth Social, presumably surrounded by his usual entourage of ice cream and golf clubs, to announce to the world that Harris’s health report was “not good.” According to Trump, these “deeply serious” medical conditions have a direct impact on the Vice President’s ability to function as a leader. All this after Harris’s team tried to play the health card against Trump, aiming to put the pressure on him to reveal details about his own health. Can we say “kettle, meet pot”?
The timing of this health report release seems suspiciously strategic, as it came right after Harris attempted to paint Trump as cognitively unfit. One can’t help but wonder if this was an elaborate distraction from the Vice President’s own questionable moments in the spotlight. Trump, being no stranger to the game, quickly dismissed her demands for his medical records as a desperate move. He was quick to remind the world that he’s released more medical reports than any other president in history, and, spoiler alert, they were all “flawless.” Meanwhile, Harris’s conditions, ranging from seasonal allergies to hives, came across as a collection of ailments any suburban family could relate to. It’s like discovering your neighbor has allergies—it’s a tough life, but does it scream presidential material?
🚨BREAKING: Trump Calls on Kamala to Undergo Cognitive Evaluation
"She is slow and lethargic in answering even the easiest of questions."
Do you agree with Trump?
Yes or No pic.twitter.com/gZZMV1A7t5— Lex Litzen (@LexLitzen) October 14, 2024
Dr. Joshua Simmons, who has had the pleasure of being Kamala’s primary care physician since her time at the White House, gave her a glowing assessment, touting her “physical and mental resiliency.” However, allergy symptoms and skin breakouts triggered by stress don’t exactly inspire confidence when discussing leadership capabilities. If allergies can lead to brain fog and hives can be stress-related, it raises eyebrows about how well Harris could handle the high-stakes job of a president. After all, her difficulties with simple questions during interviews have become legendary. Maybe they should recommend a new health T-shirt for her: “I Got Hives From Answering Questions.”
In a twist of irony, Trump has frequently mocked Harris’s intelligence, outright questioning her cognitive capabilities and calling for a cognitive exam to clear up the cloud of doubt surrounding her “slow and lethargic” responses during interviews. Lest we forget, Trump himself has aced multiple cognitive exams, having earned praise from his doctor for his superb performance. This begs the question: why do Harris’s disjointed and roundabout answers during interviews often result in cringe-worthy moments? The nation has endured just about four years of Biden’s meandering speeches and seemingly lost train of thought. Do Americans really want to strap themselves in for another potential round of confusion from Kamala?
As if this spectacle couldn’t get any zanier, Dr. Simmons boasted about Harris’s “mental resiliency” without ever subjecting her to a cognitive evaluation. At 59, she is technically below the age that would warrant such screening, but wouldn’t it be nice to have a bit more transparency in the age of political theater? Ultimately, while Kamala might have her doctor’s seal of approval, the real determination of her fitness for the presidency lies with the American people. Given her track record of perplexing utterances, it may take more than a health report to convince skeptical voters that she’s ready for the big job.
