Donald Trump, soon to be 80 and in great shape? After 3 hours in the hospital, he reassures everyone about his health.

Trump has repeatedly emphasized his physical and mental fitness while in office. His health has become an increasingly visible issue as he has aged, particularly given the scrutiny that surrounded President Joe Biden’s age and fitness during the previous presidential cycle.

In July, Trump again referred to the May examination, saying he had completed a physical at Walter Reed and highlighting his performance on a cognitive assessment. He said he had taken the test three times and achieved perfect scores each time.

Trump turned 80 in June, making the question of presidential health particularly relevant as he continues his second term. While the president has publicly described his medical results in highly positive terms, a complete assessment of anyone’s health ultimately depends on medical information from qualified physicians rather than a brief public statement.

For now, Trump’s message is clear: he wants Americans to believe that he remains healthy, active and ready to continue his work in the White House.