HEALTHDonald Trump, 80, Sparks Fan Concern as He Points to His 'Nasty' Discolored Hand Alongside Wife Melania at Grand Prix Event: Watch
Donald and Melania Trump recently attended the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C.
Aug. 23 2026, Published 3:15 p.m. ET
Donald Trump and wife Melania hosted the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, August 23, and his hand gestures raised eyebrows on social media.
The president, 80, and the first lady, 56, were spotted having a conversation with a fellow attendee, however, Donald's discolored hand was very noticeable.
Donald and Melania Trump were spotted at the event having a chat with a fellow attendee.
In a clip shared on X, the businessman's hand looked bruised and quite dark as he motioned to it while chatting with the pal.
Donald Trump pointed to his hand discoloration at the race.
At one point, the POTUS brought attention to his palm as he showed it off to the individual next him and Melania watched on.
Viewers showed concern online for the politician's health, with someone writing: "The guy to his right is like 'You should see a doctor about that s---. That looks bad.'"
"It’s just a matter of time before he announces some major medical problem for the sympathy vote before the mid-terms," a person theorized.
Donald Trump's Blotched Hand 'Looks Bad'
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Donald Trump often covers his hand bruises with makeup and bandages while out in public.
"Melania looks at his hand then turns away, virtually turns her back on him. She cannot stand being near him," a third user chimed in.
"See that spot? It's from shaking too many hands," another person joked about what Donald could be telling his friend in the video. "Bragging about shaking too many hands?" someone else asked.
Donald Trump Often Covers Up His Discolored Palms With Bandages and Makeup
'See that spot? It's from shaking too many hands,' a user wrote online about the interaction.
One explicit comment said: "He's just so f------ nasty. #Trump's got the cooties, among other diz-gusting things. #Resign today!"
Donald usually covers his hand bruises with makeup or bandages during official events, with the discoloration often being attributed to continuous handshaking and his use of aspirin.
He reportedly takes 325 mg of the drug a day to keep his blood thin, however, the recommended daily dose for men is 75 mg to 100 mg.
Donald Trump's Sallow Palms Have Been Attributed to Taking Aspirin and Frequently Shaking Hands
Donald Trump takes 325 mg of aspirin daily.
“I’m a little superstitious,” he explained to The Wall Street Journal back in January. “They say aspirin is good for thinning out the blood, and I don’t want thick blood pouring through my heart. I want nice, thin blood pouring through my heart. Does that make sense?”
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt previously stated Donald "has bruises on his hand because he's constantly working and shaking hands all day every day."
Last July, the White House announced the Celebrity Apprentice alum was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. The condition is common in older individuals and makes it difficult for blood to travel back to the heart. Therefore, the blood pools in the arm and leg veins, leading to massive swelling.
