Mr Trump was the oldest person to be sworn in as US president and has consistently faced questions about his physical and cognitive health

19:44, Wed, May 28, 2025 | UPDATED: 19:46, Wed, May 28, 2025

US-POLITICS-TRUMP-MEMORIAL DAY

Americans believe Donald Trump is not being transparent about his health. (Image: Getty)

A bombshell new poll has revealed that nearly 50% of Americans think Donald Trump is not being transparent about his health. The data, collected by YouGov/Economist, found that 45% of the 1,660 respondents felt that their president had been "not at all" or "not very" open about his health. On the other hand, 42% placed their trust in the Republican. A further 31% of those surveyed said the 78-year-old's health and age have severely impacted his ability to do his job, while 30% said those factors had little effect, and 29% said they had no effect at all.

Mr Trump was the oldest person to be sworn in as US president and has consistently faced questions about his physical and cognitive health, though a White House physician maintained they are both "excellent". Some Americans appear sceptical about this, as 62% of the poll's respondents said presidents should make their medical information public if it could influence their ability to do their job.

President Trump Swears In Jeanine Pirro As Interim US Attorney For The District Of Columbia

Donald Trump was the oldest person to be sworn in as US president. (Image: Getty)

However, 28% said the president should have the same right as every other US citizen to keep their medical records private.

A doctor who recently examined Mr Trump said he was "in very good health", despite high cholesterol in his arteries.

The US president was previously diagnosed with non-clinical coronary atherosclerosis, which the NHS describes as a condition "where your arteries become narrowed, making it difficult for blood to flow through them".

While it can lead to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, it is not necessarily heart disease in itself.

Mr Trump recently sparked questions over his state of mind after he made a major blunder during his trip to Saudi Arabia.

Invalid email

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy

The Republican saluted Saudi military officials at the Royal Court in Riyadh, which is reportedly a breach of US presidential protocol.

He also raised eyebrows and health concerns after seemingly dozing off in meetings during his Middle East state visit.

US journalist Aaron Rupar shared the footage on social media, adding: "Trump is having a hard time keeping his eyes open."

Another image showed him sagging into his seat, head bowed, amidst discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Syrian officials.

The president, whose family has a history of dementia, is now trying to maintain public trust amid the heightened spotlight on his health.