Vice President Kamala Harris has released a detailed medical report declaring her to be in "excellent health," contrasting herself with former President Trump, who has not made recent health disclosures.
Vice President Kamala Harris has released a comprehensive medical report, challenging former President Trump to do the same amidst concerns over his health and mental acuity. The report, previewed by a senior Harris campaign aide, provides an in-depth overview of her physical and mental health and seeks to contrast her with Trump, who would be the oldest president at the end of his potential second term.
Dr. Joshua R. Simmons, Harris' Army physician, stated that the vice president "remains in excellent health" and possesses the "physical and mental resiliency required to successfully execute the duties of the Presidency." The report indicates that Harris has no major health issues and maintains a healthy, active lifestyle despite her demanding schedule.
Harris Releases Detailed Medical Report, Challenging Trump to Do the Same
The release of Harris' medical information follows a New York Times report that Trump has not been transparent with his own health. The report highlights that Trump did not release his medical records during his first White House campaign in 2016 and that the Trump White House did not disclose accurate updates on his condition after his COVID diagnosis in 2020.
In addition, Trump did not hold a briefing or release hospital records after being grazed by a bullet during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania in 2023. Several medical experts have raised concerns that Trump could enter the Oval Office in a second term with potential health issues.
Harris Releases Detailed Medical Report, Challenging Trump to Do the Same
President Biden, 81, withdrew from the 2024 presidential election due to concerns over his advanced age and visible fatigue. Democrats have since sought to highlight Trump's age and health as potential vulnerabilities.
Trump has insisted that he would "gladly" release his medical records but has yet to do so. In response, Harris' campaign has encouraged her to release her medical history to emphasize her health and fitness for office.
Harris Releases Detailed Medical Report, Challenging Trump to Do the Same
The letter from Dr. Simmons notes that Harris' most recent medical exam in April 2024 was "unremarkable." She has a family history of colon cancer but is "up to date on all preventative care recommendations." Harris takes medication for allergies and urticaria and undergoes allergen immunotherapy.
Trump's last health update came in November 2023, with his personal physician stating that he is in "excellent health." However, the report quotes medical experts who express concerns about potential health issues that Trump could face in a second term.
Harris Releases Detailed Medical Report, Challenging Trump to Do the Same
Trump campaign spokesman Steven Cheung pointed to the letter from Trump's personal physician and reports from former White House doctor Rep. Ronny Jackson. Cheung emphasized Trump's active campaign schedule and suggested that Harris lacks the stamina necessary for the presidency.
