- President Donald Trump is maintaining a light public schedule, spending more time behind closed doors and engaging in interviews primarily with friendly allies.
- This reduced public visibility and engagement with the broader press corps has been a trend since February, coinciding with the start of the “war with Iran” and a decline in his approval ratings.
- Concerns have been raised about Trump's health and fitness for office, as he often appears exhausted and haggard during his infrequent public appearances.
- Despite these observations, White House aides and Secretary of State Marco Rubio assert that Trump possesses boundless energy, citing his late-night activities and denying claims of him falling asleep during meetings.
- Republican political veterans express concern that Trump's retreat from public view could damage his political brand and negatively impact his party's prospects in the upcoming midterm elections.
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