President Donald Trump's hand appeared bruised and discolored as he welcomed King Charles and Queen Camilla at the start of their four-day state visit to Washington, sparking fresh health concerns.
Visible Discoloration
Pictures of Trump's left hand have repeatedly surfaced online over the past year, triggering numerous questions about the 79-year-old's wellbeing. On Monday, as the President and First Lady met the royal couple, what appeared to be makeup could be seen on his hand, seemingly concealing the discoloration.
Journalist Aaron Rupar wrote on X, sharing close-up photographs: "Trump's right hand has been in bad shape for a long time now, but this picture taken today shows discoloration on the back of his left hand."
Social Media Reactions
The state of the Republican president's hands has been frequently noted since his return to the White House last year, as they often display visible bruising. One social media user commented: "It looks worse with the makeup. He should just let it go." Another suggested: "I believe he gets monthly medical treatments of some kind that require an IV in his hand."
White House Explanation
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has previously maintained that Trump's hands frequently show bruising because he's "a man of the people" and constantly shaking hands. "President Trump has bruises on his hand because he's constantly working and shaking hands all day, every day," she stated last year.
The Royal Visit
The President was photographed with the King and Queen upon their arrival as they touched down in the US on Monday morning. Charles and Camilla received bouquets of flowers from the children of British military families stationed in the US and stood for the national anthems of both countries.
During their visit, the royal couple will attend a garden party as well as a state dinner at the White House. They will also travel to New York to meet with families of 9/11 victims before concluding their trip at a national park in Virginia. Charles is also set to deliver a speech to Congress, making him only the second British monarch to address American lawmakers in the chamber. The first was his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.
