Photos from recent Trump appearances have sparked concern among supporters. Credit: X/@TheWhiteHouse
President Donald Trump’s recent public appearances sparked a wave of concern and conspiracy theories.
This time, it wasn’t about politics or policy.
Instead, people noticed something unusual near the lower half of Trump’s trousers.
Photos from the past week showed a visible bulge near his upper leg and lower calf.
These images came from two events: a UFC fight in New Jersey and a Rose Garden appearance at the White House.
Leg Bulge Prompts Online Speculation
The odd outline in Trump’s pants quickly sparked health-related rumors online.
Some users brushed it off as a fabric fold or simple wrinkles.
Others suggested medical reasons.
Several floated the idea that Trump might be using a Foley catheter —
a tube with a leg-strapped drainage bag used to manage urinary incontinence.
“I really think Donald Trump is wearing some kind of urine collection contraption,” one user wrote.
Photos from both events appear to show a narrow, tube-like shape under his pants, just below the left knee.
“That line down his pants? Not a crease. It’s tubing,” read one viral post.
Others offered different ideas.
Some guessed it might be a leg or knee brace.
“Exoskeleton leg braces?” one X user asked.
Another suggested: “Knee brace for a partially torn ligament… Trump does not have time right now for surgery.”
Public Health vs. Privacy: A Sensitive Debate
As speculation grows, many urge restraint.
They warn that judging someone’s health from photos can be misleading and invasive.
“Wrinkles in his pants? Drrrr,” one user joked, dismissing the theories.
Others said fabric often bunches up or catches on clothes, forming odd shapes.
Some floated trivial causes, like sock garters.
No official word confirms Trump is managing a new health issue.
Back in April, White House physician Dr. Sean Barbabella declared Trump in “excellent cognitive and physical health.”
Barbabella wrote:
“President Trump remains in excellent health, with strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function.
He maintains a busy schedule of meetings, public appearances, press events, and frequent golf victories.”
That check-up included blood panels, cardiac scans, ultrasounds, neurological tests, and a Montreal Cognitive Assessment.
Trump reportedly scored a perfect 30 out of 30.
Past Health Disclosures and Recent Incidents
In 2024, Trump had a colonoscopy that found a benign polyp and diagnosed diverticulosis.
He reportedly lost 20 pounds since 2020 and now weighs 224 pounds.
As of April, he takes Rosuvastatin and Ezetimibe for cholesterol, Aspirin for cardiac prevention, and Mometasone cream for a skin issue.
More recently, Trump stumbled while boarding Air Force One in rainy New Jersey.
Critics flagged it as a red flag.
Supporters blamed the weather and praised his quick recovery.
Still, Trump’s stumble and the leg bulge photos created the perfect storm for speculation and public health curiosity.
Even AI Is Weighing In
As users searched for answers, some turned to tech.
Elon Musk’s AI assistant, Grok, got tagged in viral posts.
Grok replied:
“There’s no evidence Donald Trump has ‘Bungalow Legs,’ a humorous, non-medical term.
Social media posts speculate about a bulge in his trouser leg, suggesting a catheter or brace,
but his April 2025 medical report states he’s in ‘excellent health’ with no such issues.”
Grok added:
“The bulge could be wrinkles or lighting.
Without verified medical evidence, these claims remain unconfirmed.
Treat online health rumors about public figures with skepticism.”
