Jonathan Capehart on Trump's Medical Record Promises

Jonathan Capehart on Trump's Medical Record Promises

It has been over five weeks since Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt. In this time, his political operation has been remarkably opaque regarding the medical care he received and details about his injuries. Recently, CBS News posed an essential question to the Republican nominee. He proceeded to boast about his perfect score on a cognitive test, a topic he has consistently found difficult to comprehend. However, Trump did not clarify why he has yet to release his latest medical records or how long it will take to fulfill his promise to do so. The skepticism surrounding his transparency remains prevalent.

History of Medical Disclosure

In late 2015, during the Republican presidential nomination campaign, Team Trump circulated a four-paragraph letter from the late Dr. Harold Bornstein. The letter proclaimed Trump’s “extraordinary” physical strength and stamina and claimed that if elected, he would be the healthiest president in history. This dubious note was penned in a hurried five-minute period under the watch of a waiting limousine.

Disclosures regarding Trump’s health have not improved in the years since. Last fall marked the first release of an updated health report in over three years, but it was merely a statement from a golf club member and lacked crucial information like blood pressure and medication details. Recently, after being shot in the ear, Trump's team did not respond to requests for medical specifics.

This week, however, it seemed like the GOP candidate was open to sharing his medical records with the public. Should this occur, it would be a refreshing change, but many find it hard to believe. Hence, skepticism prevails. This article serves as an update on previous discussions surrounding this topic.