Trump's Oval Office Snooze Sparks White House Backlash

A photo of President Trump with his eyes closed at a White House maternal health event triggered a viral firestorm. 

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A social media debate has erupted over whether US President Donald Trump fell asleep during an Oval Office event on maternal healthcare held on May 11, 2026.

The White House quickly denied the claims, with Communications Director Steven Cheung calling out a critic for needing 'serious professional help' for Trump Derangement Syndrome.

Trump, 79, appeared to have his eyes closed while attendees spoke behind his chair, prompting a photo to go viral with over 1 million views.

The White House responded with a sharp denial, saying 'He was blinking, you absolute moron.'

However, experts have raised concerns about Trump's sleep patterns, with a data-driven analysis suggesting irregular and short sleep patterns that may be causing daytime fatigue.

Despite these concerns, the White House maintains that the President is in excellent health and fit to carry out his duties.