On December 10, 2025, President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social platform to address ongoing speculation regarding his health and workload, prompted by a recent op-ed in The New York Times. The article, authored by Frank Bruni, raised concerns about Trump's energy levels and noted a significant reduction in his public appearances, which have decreased by nearly 40 percent during his second term.

In his response, Trump asserted that he works harder than any previous president, claiming to have the longest hours and the best results. He emphasized his recent medical evaluations at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where he stated he received perfect assessments from top doctors, including cognitive tests that he claimed few could pass successfully.

Trump criticized The New York Times for suggesting he is 'slowing up' or in poor health, labeling such claims as potentially 'seditious' or 'treasonous.' He described these reports as attempts to libel and demean the presidency, referring to the media as 'Enemies of the People.' This reaction has drawn social media critiques, with some users highlighting the apparent hypocrisy in Trump's outrage, given his previous comments questioning the health of former President Joe Biden.

The op-ed also noted Trump's recent approval ratings, which have shown a slight increase to 41 percent according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. Despite Trump's claims of economic achievements, data from the Consumer Price Index indicates that inflation remains above the Federal Reserve's target, suggesting ongoing economic challenges. Trump's history of legal actions against media outlets, including a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, reflects a broader tension between political figures and the press regarding accountability and representation in reporting.