President Donald Trump is set to deliver an announcement from the White House on Tuesday afternoon, marking his first public remarks in exactly a week. Trump’s announcement comes a week after his marathon Cabinet meeting, which lasted three hours and 17 minutes — the longest open press session of his presidency.
Trump’s return to the public stage comes after a wave of speculation and conspiracy theories surrounding his health. Over the weekend, hashtags like #WhereIsTrump trended on social media, fueled by claims that the president had fallen ill or even passed away. Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones stoked further rumors when he urged followers to pray for Trump amid what he described as a “health crisis,” though he offered no evidence.
“Trump’s golf outings quickly dispelled those rumors.” Over the Labor Day holiday, the president was photographed golfing three days in a row, including outings with his granddaughter Kai at his club in Sterling, Virginia. The images largely silenced speculation about his well-being, showing the president relaxed and active outdoors.
The White House has not revealed the substance of Tuesday’s announcement, but reports suggest it could touch on matters related to the Department of Defense. Trump has repeatedly floated the idea of using the National Guard to crack down on violent crime in U.S. cities. In the past, he deployed Guard troops in Washington, D.C., and has recently hinted that Chicago could be his next focus, citing the city’s struggles with gun violence and public safety.
It’s still unclear whether anyone will appear alongside Trump in the Oval Office when he makes his announcement. “The White House offered no comment.”
The president had originally been expected to travel to his Bedminster, New Jersey, golf club for the long weekend, but instead opted to remain in Washington and make short trips to his Virginia club. Trump has so far visited his Sterling, Virginia golf course 21 times in his second term.
With rumors quelled and anticipation building, Tuesday’s announcement will draw heightened attention, both for what it reveals about Trump’s policy agenda and for the optics of his reemergence after a week-long absence from the spotlight.
