President Donald Trump has been branded 'delusional' after claiming he is not a senior citizen, despite being 79 years old. The comment came during a speech in Nevada about his 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act', which includes tax cuts on tips and Social Security benefits.
Trump's age comment sparks confusion
While discussing the bill's provision to eliminate taxes on Social Security for over 51 million seniors, Trump said: 'Seniors are loving me, and I love them. Of course, I'm not a senior, so you know…' Laughter followed, but many viewers were baffled. In the US, anyone over 65 is considered a senior citizen. Trump will turn 80 in June.
Social media reacts
Users on social media expressed disbelief. One wrote: 'Donald Trump is 79. He will be 80 in a couple of months. WTF is wrong with this delusional moron?' Another added: 'He's almost 80. The very definition of a senior.' Some defended the remark as a joke, but many were unconvinced.
Critics also linked the comment to ongoing speculation about Trump's cognitive health. Experts have noted an alarming 'rate of deterioration' in recent weeks, though no official statement has been made.
The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act', signed last year, also eliminates taxes on tips for workers like waiters and casino employees, and affects overtime pay. The Social Security tax cut excludes very low and high earners.
