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Donald Trump Sparks Concern After He's Seen 'Breathing Heavily' Inside A Car In New Footage: 'Where Is His Oxygen Mask?'

October 5, 2026 by Abigail Connolly
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President Donald Trump has more people raising their eyebrows at the condition of his health after seeing a viral video of him ‘heavy breathing.’

The president is sparking fresh health concerns after new footage appeared to show him breathing heavily while sitting inside his motorcade vehicle in Chicago. The clip, which quickly made the rounds online, prompted viewers to question whether Trump was struggling to catch his breath, with some even wondering why he was not using an oxygen mask. While the footage alone does not establish that Trump was experiencing a medical problem, it has nevertheless reignited speculation about the 80-year-old president’s health. Read more about it below.

 

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Donald Trump Was Seen Breathing Heavily In Chicago

The Apprentice star was in the Chicago area on September 27th ahead of the President’s Cup at Medinah Country Club. That afternoon, fans and paparazzi had eyes on him after he had reportedly just walked down a set of stairs before getting into his heavily secured presidential vehicle, known as “The Beast.”

Once inside the vehicle, Trump was captured on video appearing to breathe heavily, with the footage showing noticeable movement as he sat inside the car. He appears to be talking to some members of his team, but it’s unclear exactly what he’s saying. Still, many have noticed that he looked rather exasperated.

The clip quickly circulated online, with viewers closely examining his appearance and questioning whether he appeared to be having difficulty breathing.

Social Media Users Express Concerns For Trump’s Health

The footage quickly sparked a new round of health speculation about the former NYC real estate mogul, as social media users expressed concern over what they believed looked like labored or heavy breathing.

Some viewers questioned whether the moment could be evidence of an underlying health issue, though there is no confirmation that Trump was experiencing a medical emergency.

The latest concerns about his “breathing heavily” and condition also come after the president’s health has repeatedly become a subject of online discussion in recent months. Other videos showing the president appearing tired, moving awkwardly, or seemingly struggling during public appearances have similarly fueled speculation about his physical condition, despite such footage not being enough to establish a diagnosis.

“He’s out of breath,” commented an Instagram user. “That’s no good.”

“He doesn’t care about his health,” another user speculated.

One user wrote that the president’s “obituary is around the corner,” as another grim speculator added, “He’s gonna be dead soon.”

“A doctor’s note doesn’t cut it anymore,” commented a user. “There needs to be full disclosure about his health. He belongs in a home, not in the White House.”

“Where is his oxygen mask?” asked another.

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Abigail is a journalist based in Brooklyn, New York. As an Editorial Assistant for SheFinds, she covers topics ranging from celebrity news and fashion to wellness. She has written for other publications, including Chip Chick, Bandsintown, BroadwayWorld, and more. When she isn't writing, Abigail loves spending time in the city with her friends, being a 'dog mom' to her Chihuahua, and singing along to some of her favorite music.

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