President Donald Trump sparked curiosity with a noticeably hoarse voice during a high-profile meeting on Monday, but swiftly assured the public that his health was not a concern.
The incident occurred during an Oval Office discussion about the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, where the President's typically forceful tone was replaced by a softer, more strained voice.
The Reason Behind the Raspy Voice
When questioned about his vocal condition, President Trump was direct in his explanation. 'I feel great,' he stated, attributing the hoarseness to a simple cause: he had lost his voice from shouting. He elaborated, 'I was shouting at people because they were stupid.'
Pressed for further details on what prompted his outburst, the president connected it directly to matters of international commerce. 'I blew my stack,' Trump said of the incident, though he was quick to add, 'I straightened it out.'
A Trade Deal Disagreement to Blame
The root of the presidential frustration was later revealed to be a trade dispute. President Trump confirmed that his ire was directed at a foreign nation attempting to revisit the terms of an existing trade agreement with the United States.
'A country wanted to try and renegotiate the terms of their trade deal, and I wasn't happy,' the president disclosed during the meeting on November 17, 2025. However, when reporters probed for the identity of the country that provoked such a vocal reaction, Trump responded with characteristic deflection: 'Now, why would I say that to you?'
The episode highlights the ongoing tensions in global trade relations and the President's direct, and at times volatile, approach to diplomacy and negotiation.
