As President Trump dominated the headlines at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21–22, 2026, his physical appearance became a secondary point of intense speculation. While he used the stage to launch his "Board of Peace" and escalate his push for Greenland, world leaders and online observers were quick to point out visible signs of physical strain.
The "Swollen Ankles" Controversy
The chatter began during the President's special address on Wednesday, where several "front-row" observers and photographers noted significant swelling around his ankles.
The Look: Photographs from the event showed the President’s pant legs riding up as he sat, revealing what observers described as "conspicuous" and "alarming" swelling.
Historical Context: This is not a new concern; the White House officially confirmed in July 2025 that the President had been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).
The Treatment: In a January 1, 2026, interview, Trump admitted he had briefly tried wearing compression socks to manage the swelling but stopped because he "didn't like them".
The "Bruised Hands" at the Signing
Speculation intensified on Thursday, January 22, during the formal signing ceremony for the Board of Peace charter.
Visible Discoloration: High-resolution images of the signing showed large, purple-blue bruises on the back of the President’s hands, most notably his left.
The Official Explanation: Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed the latest marks as the result of a "minor accident" involving a table corner. However, the White House Medical Unit has previously stated that the President is prone to such bruising due to his daily 325mg aspirin regimen and frequent handshaking.
Leader Reactions and "The Golen Dome"
The physical observations occurred alongside reports of world leaders feeling "exhausted" by the President's behavior during the summit.
The "Iceland" Gaffe: The "mental fitness" debate was further fueled by Trump repeatedly calling Greenland "Iceland" during his keynote, leading to what some analysts described as "audible snickering" from European delegations.
Medical Speculation: The combination of the "shuffling gait" seen at Joint Base Andrews earlier in the week and the physical symptoms at Davos has led some critics, including former press secretary Stephanie Grisham, to suggest the President is "mentally and physically slipping".
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