Speculation over US President Donald Trump’s health intensified over the weekend after a viral Reddit post claimed that his latest golfing footage was actually recycled from 2019. The controversy unfolded even as Trump was photographed leaving the White House with his grandchildren, appearing healthy and preparing for a Labor Day weekend round at his Virginia golf club.
The episode comes against the backdrop of online conspiracy theories and “Donald Trump dead rumors” that trended on social media platforms on Friday, before being dispelled by his public appearance on Saturday morning.
Trump seen golfing in Virginia with grandchildrenAccording to the media pool cited by USA Today, Trump departed the White House at around 8.45 am on Saturday, dressed in his trademark white polo shirt, black trousers, and a red “Make America Great Again” cap. He was accompanied by two of his grandchildren, Kai Trump and Spencer Frederick Trump, as they headed to Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia.
Viral Reddit post questions authenticityWhile the appearance may have quelled health-related speculations for some, a Reddit post quickly cast doubt on the footage’s authenticity. A TikTok video circulated on multiple platforms alleged that the recent images of Trump resembled photos taken during a 2019 golf outing with Senator Lindsey Graham and retired golfing icons Gary Player and Annika Sörenstam.
The viral claim suggested that the pictures had been recycled to project an image of Trump being active over the Labor Day weekend. This added fuel to ongoing rumours circulating under hashtags like #TrumpIsDead and #WhereIsTrump, which gained traction on X (formerly Twitter) between Friday and Saturday.
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Social media users fact-checking the claimsHowever, several social media users were quick to push back against the recycling claim. Observers pointed out that Kai Trump was seen wearing a TaylorMade hat marked “Qi35,” a golf club model released only in January 2025, proving the photographs could not have been from 2019.Others noted that Trump’s appearance in a short-sleeve polo shirt aligned with the weekend’s mild weather in Virginia, which was in the mid-70s Fahrenheit, while earlier 2019 golf photos often showed him in heavier clothing. Some also highlighted that Trump’s grandchildren are visibly older than they would have been in 2019, further challenging the recycled-footage narrative.
🚨BREAKING: After a LONG week of WINNING, President Trump got a round of Golf in at Trump National Golf Club Washington D.C.
WELL DESERVED MR. PRESIDENT 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/IE0PPNKAhN
— The Patriot Oasis™ (@ThePatriotOasis) June 28, 2025
Netizens divided amid health rumoursStill, speculation persisted online, with some users claiming Trump’s consistent golf attire and restricted media photography angles could create the illusion of repetition in images across different years. Others argued that the similarity of Secret Service details and vehicles added to the confusion.
The debate unfolded as health rumours swirled, triggered by Trump’s subdued appearance at a cabinet meeting earlier in the week. His golfing trip with family members appeared designed to counter those claims, yet the viral Reddit post ensured the discussion remained alive across platforms.
FAQsDid Donald Trump really go golfing on Labor Day weekend 2025?Donald Trump was photographed leaving the White House with his grandchildren Kai and Spencer on Saturday morning before heading to Trump National Golf Club in Virginia, as per a Newsweek report. However, a viral Reddit post has claimed that the footage was from 2019.
Why are there rumours about Donald Trump being dead? Unfounded “Donald Trump dead rumors” spread on X (formerly Twitter) after his subdued cabinet appearance earlier in the week. The speculation was dispelled by his public golf outing, though the controversy around the footage’s authenticity has kept discussions alive online.Add 
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