During an Oval Office event focused on maternal healthcare and the launch of a new HHS website, Trump was present but appeared to be dozing off in his chair.
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As the White House introduced its new initiative, Trump’s response was:
We’re allocating significant funds to train more professionals in rural America and utilizing telehealth technologies, enabling large urban centers to support smaller clinics. This approach helps mothers deliver babies locally, without the need to travel across states. The initiative’s success is underscored by bipartisan support, with even Democratic governors endorsing it. It’s an appealing proposal that promotes health across communities, gaining widespread acceptance.
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We cannot achieve this on our own. Investment in the American populace is essential, requiring cooperation from governors and private sector partners. I hope the secretary will elaborate on this, as Maha plays a crucial role. Ensuring mothers are healthy enough to engage in the incredible act of childbirth is fundamental. Libby, perhaps you can highlight the private sector’s involvement and your leadership in this area.
Trump remained asleep until someone addressed him, prompting him to wake up.
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He later dozed off again and made disparaging remarks towards the women present when he was awake.
