Trump's Golf Cart Drama: Is Pain Keeping Him Off the Wheel?
Donald Trump was spotted being chauffeured around in a golf cart, igniting rampant speculation about his health. The former president made an appearance at the LIV Golf Virginia event at Trump National Golf Club, but instead of taking the wheel, he opted for a ride from an unnamed caddy.
This sighting comes just days after he attended the PGA Tour's Cadillac Championship in Miami, leading many to wonder if Trump's physical condition is deteriorating. Observers noted that he seemed unable to drive himself, prompting theories about his alleged health issues. Just last week, Trump was caught on camera in a compromising moment with Melania, adding fuel to the fire of public scrutiny.
"He’s not driving," one social media user quipped. "His cankles must be playing up." Another chimed in, "Not driving the cart, though. Hmm." The chatter continued, with one user speculating that Trump's swollen ankles might make it too painful to press the pedal or grip the steering wheel. "His cankles are probably the reason he can't get his feet on the pedals," another joked, while someone else suggested that LIV Golf officials had "taken gramp's license away and rightfully so."
Despite the lighthearted jabs, some pointed out that Trump usually drives onto the putting surface, raising eyebrows about why he was relegated to the passenger seat this time. "No way tourney officials would let him destroy the course," one observer noted.
Later, Trump was seen chatting with his son Eric behind a bulletproof glass partition, both waving to fans. But the golf outing isn't just a leisurely day on the green; it precedes a crucial meeting with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. The two leaders are set to tackle contentious topics like the war in Iran and trade relations during their two-day summit.
Last October, Trump and Xi met in South Korea, where they agreed to pause a trade war that had seen the U.S. impose hefty tariffs on Chinese goods. However, with tensions rising due to the ongoing conflict in Iran—China's ally in the Middle East—the stakes are higher than ever.
As Trump prepares for this pivotal meeting, analysts are skeptical about any significant breakthroughs. "We probably shouldn’t expect this meeting to have particularly substantial, major breakthroughs," said Zhao Minghao from Shanghai’s Fudan University. Instead, it may serve as a starting point for further engagement.
Meanwhile, Melania Trump has been making headlines of her own, recently breaking royal protocol in a striking pink gown with an unexpected twist. As the drama unfolds on multiple fronts, all eyes remain glued to Trump—both on and off the golf course.
