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Concerns about former President Donald Trump’s mental fitness have resurfaced following a controversial letter to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre — a letter in which Trump appeared to connect his threats to purchase Greenland to his frustration over not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.
Dr. Jonathan Reiner — a respected cardiologist who treated former Vice President Dick Cheney and now serves as a CNN medical analyst — publicly urged Congress to launch a bipartisan investigation into Trump’s capacity to hold office (CNN). Reiner’s call came after Trump not only sent the letter to Støre but reportedly ordered it to be circulated among European ambassadors, sparking diplomatic unease.
The Greenland Obsession and Diplomatic Fallout
Trump’s continued fixation on acquiring Greenland, a semiautonomous Arctic territory under Danish sovereignty, has long puzzled foreign policy experts. Greenland’s strategic importance lies in its rich mineral reserves and military positioning in the Arctic, making it a sensitive geopolitical topic.
In his message, Trump questioned Denmark’s “right of ownership” over Greenland — rhetoric that alarmed leaders across Europe. According to multiple reports, this revived tensions with U.S. allies, who had previously rejected similar overtures from Trump during his presidency (BBC).
Medical Experts Sound the Alarm
Dr. Reiner’s critique did not stop at foreign policy. He has previously expressed skepticism about Trump’s reported health regimen, including his daily aspirin use, which Reiner argued “makes no medical sense” (Washington Post). It appears on many occasions he is not to stay awake at meetings. This, coupled with Trump’s erratic diplomatic communications, has led some medical professionals to question whether the former president may be experiencing cognitive decline.
Representative Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.) echoed these concerns, calling Trump “extremely mentally ill” and warning that his behavior “is putting all of our lives at risk.” Ansari explicitly urged Congress to consider invoking the 25th Amendment, which allows for the removal of a president deemed unable to discharge the powers and duties of the office (Constitution Center).
Trump’s Response and Public Perception
Trump has dismissed these concerns outright. On Truth Social, he claimed to be in “perfect health” and boasted about “acing” a cognitive exam for the third consecutive time. However, critics note that such self-reported results lack transparency and independent verification, raising questions about their credibility. One of the questions is why so many tests and CT scans?
Public opinion on Trump’s fitness remains sharply divided, but the renewed attention from credible medical experts and elected officials adds weight to calls for formal evaluation.
Why This Matters
In an era of complex global challenges, the mental and physical fitness of political leaders is not merely a personal matter — it directly impacts national security, foreign relations, and public trust. Trump’s Greenland correspondence may appear eccentric to some, but to medical professionals like Dr. Reiner, it signals potential impairments that warrant urgent investigation.
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