President Trump had to address questions about a very noticeable bruise on his hand after photos surfaced from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The president, who was attending the Board of Peace event alongside several other world leaders, showed a distinct mark on his left hand, and people were quick to notice it.
He didn’t shy away from explaining the situation when a reporter traveling with him on Air Force One asked if he was okay. “I’m very good,” President Trump confirmed, detailing that the bruise was a simple accident. He said he had “clipped it on the table” earlier in the day and had even applied cream to the area, as reported by The Hill.
However, the president explained that the real reason the bruise looked so dramatic comes down to his daily medical regimen. It seems this is a known side effect of taking aspirin for his heart condition. He views the medication as a preventative measure to keep his blood flowing smoothly, even if it means dealing with some visible marks.
This is a genuinely fascinating insight into his health choices
The president takes what he calls “the big aspirin,” which he notes is known to cause bruising. “I would say take aspirin if you like your heart, but don’t take aspirin if you don’t want to have a little bruising,” he said. “And when you take the big aspirin, they tell you, you bruise.”
Earlier this month, he shared his reasoning in an interview, explaining his desire for blood thinning. “They say aspirin is good for thinning out the blood, and I don’t want thick blood pouring through my heart,” he stated. “I want nice, thin blood pouring through my heart. Does that make sense?”
It’s clear President Trump is taking control of his health decisions, even if doctors suggest he might not strictly need the medication. He mentioned that his medical team told him, “You don’t have to take that, sir. You are very healthy.” But he made it clear he wasn’t interested in taking any risks. “I said, ‘I’m not taking any chances,’” he insisted, chalking up the resulting bruising as an unavoidable side effect of his chosen preventative care.
If you’re wondering why this looks familiar, you’re spot on. The president has been seen with similar bruising on his hand during previous Oval Office events, so this isn’t a new development. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt also confirmed the situation, attributing the mark to the same side effects of his medication.
It’s important to remember that President Trump is the oldest person ever elected to the presidency in the U.S. He’s set to turn 80 in June, so it makes perfect sense that he’s being hyper-vigilant about his heart health, even if it results in some visible marks. He’s obviously committed to staying sharp and healthy.
Published: Jan 23, 2026 09:30 am