Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have engaged in a public spat over the release of their medical records. The controversy began when Harris shared a summary of her medical history, prompting Trump to respond on Truth Social.
Trump claimed to have released more medical exams than any other president in history and criticized Harris for her seasonal allergies and hives, suggesting they were serious conditions affecting her functioning.
In retaliation, Harris accused Trump of lacking transparency with voters by refusing to release his medical records and avoiding certain media engagements.
The White House released a letter from Harris' doctor, Dr. Joshua R. Simmons, affirming her excellent health status. The letter detailed Harris' minor medical conditions such as seasonal allergies and nearsightedness, along with her healthy lifestyle habits.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta commented on the letter, noting the absence of serious health issues and affirming Harris' fitness for duty.
Regarding Trump's medical history, his campaign released a letter in 2023 describing him as being in excellent health. However, the letter lacked specific test results and key health indicators typically included in such reports.
Overall, the clash between Trump and Harris highlights the ongoing debate over transparency and accountability in disclosing political leaders' medical information.
