Donald Trump’s walk after Air Force One exit seemingly shows concerning leg behaviour

President Trump Returns To Washington On Labor Day - Source: Getty
U.S. President Donald Trump waves as he walks to board Air Force One on September 7, 2026 in Morristown, New Jersey. - Source: Getty

President Donald Trump’s leg behavior after exiting Air Force One has stirred discussions about his health among social media users. He was recently filmed tapping the side of his leg while walking down the steps of Air Force One.

The clip was shared via the Rapid Response 47 account X page around September 7-8. Similar leg tapping has been noted in previous videos. In July 2025 the White House disclosed that Trump has chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a condition in older adults in which leg-vein valves work less effectively, allowing blood to pool and causing mild swelling in the lower legs. The White House physician said in a memo that despite the diagnosis, Trump “remains in excellent health.”

He underwent “a comprehensive examination” after noticing mild swelling in his legs. His blood tests included a complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, coagulation profile, D-dimer, B-type natriuretic peptide and cardiac biomarkers.

Some cheered President Donald Trump as he appeared in his traditional red MAGA hat and showed fist pumps in a video of him boarding Air Force One from New Jersey.

President Trump Travels To New Jersey For Labor Day Weekend - Source: Getty
President Trump Travels To New Jersey For Labor Day Weekend - Source: Getty

Ever since the clip has reached the public, there have been widespread discussions over Trump's health on social media.

This is not the first time that the US President has raised health concerns about his health. Similar gestures appeared in August and in the months prior.

Footage emerged in August showing Trump entering the Roosevelt Room with unusual movement. He was seen pausing, stepping forward and shifting sideways. Previously, in November 2025 Trump showed a limp while walking with his grandson, prompting online discussions and media speculation concerning potential underlying medical issues.

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Edited by Aastha Dass