The White House later pointed to a physician’s letter detailing recent vascular studies that found chronic venous insufficiency—common and benign in older adults—with no evidence of DVT, arterial disease, heart failure, renal impairment, or systemic illness. If anything, the past few weeks underline the paradox of a hyper-visible presidency in the age of hyper-online: a brief lull breeds rumors; a stray photo invites armchair diagnoses; a rooftop stroll becomes instant meme fodder. For supporters, the golf trips and packed workdays are proof of stamina. For critics, each new image provides fresh angles for doubt or derision.