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Donald Trump's Hands Go Viral as Large Blotches of 'Foundation' Appear Leaving People Concerned

On August 22nd, 2025, X user @atrupar posted two Getty Images photos showing apparent foundation beneath President Donald Trump's knuckles, sparking massive views across platforms.
Earlier this year the White House announced President Donald Trump's chronic venous insufficiency, while Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said bruising results from handshaking and aspirin therapy.
Pool images from the Monday signing captured a large dark spot on Trump's hand resting on the Resolute Desk, while on Friday he used awkward movements to hide it in the Oval Office.
Online, memes and reposts surged as Redditor ufosloth's share gained over 23,000 likes, while X users @esjesjesj and @idkwahatimdoing collected over 445,000 and roughly 518,000 likes in late August 2025.
Observers noted that bruising increases with age, and the new mark has added fuel to growing concerns about Trump's health, prompting questions about concealment at age 79.

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merkur.de

Center

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Zeit Online

Lean Left

Usa: Bleeding Causes Speculation About Trump's Health

US President Donald Trump was once again photographed with a bruise on his hand. According to the US government, this is supposed to be due to many handshakes.

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NDTV

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Trump's Hand Bruise, Makeup Is Viral Again. What The White House Said In Past

US President Donald Trump had a noticeable bruise on the back of his right hand in the Oval Office on Monday. This came only days after a similar mark was seen on his left hand, leading to concerns.

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