JD Vance declared himself ready to assume the duties of US president in case of a “tragedy” involving Donald Trump, while simultaneously assuring that the American president remains healthy and active, despite being 79 years old and recent medical results released by the White House.
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Specifically, in statements to USA Today newspaper, the US vice president was asked if he is ready to assume presidential duties in case something happens to Donald Trump, who has survived two assassination attempts. “Yes, things can always happen,” he characteristically responded, adding: “Yes, tragic events occur. And if, God forbid, there is a terrible tragedy, I can’t think of better training than what I’ve received over the past 200 days, on the job.”
However, Vance was quick to clarify that he doesn’t question the president’s stamina: “I feel very confident that the president of the United States is in good condition, will complete his term and will do great things for the American people.”
JD Vance on Donald Trump: He has incredible energy
Donald Trump, at age 79, is the oldest person to be sworn in as president in the US. Vance, on the other hand, is the third youngest vice president in American history. Despite the age difference, he emphasized that Trump remains vigorous: “He has incredible energy and, while most of his staff are younger, in reality he’s the one who goes to bed last, makes the final phone calls of the day and is the first to wake up and start his contacts in the morning.”
These statements came weeks after the White House announcement that the president has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a blood circulation disorder, following mild swelling observed in the lower extremities. As clarified, the presidential physician attributed the signs to “mild soft tissue irritation,” due to constant handshaking and aspirin intake.
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🛡️ Truth Exposed! 🛡️VP JD Vance, on August 28, 2025, in a USA Today interview, affirmed readiness to lead if needed, but stressed President Trump’s robust health, dismissing media hoaxes about his condition. Vance’s 200 days of on-the-job training and…
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In a related medical memo, the presidential physician noted that tests were performed that ruled out thrombosis or heart failure problems.
