Trump Forgets He Appointed Powell—Sparks Mental Fitness Concerns

A recent video clip of Donald Trump at a press conference has reignited public concerns about his cognitive health. In the footage, the former president criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell—apparently forgetting that he was the one who appointed Powell in 2018.

“I’m Surprised Biden Picked Him”

Speaking from the Oval Office earlier this week, Trump targeted both President Joe Biden and Powell. He blamed Powell for ongoing economic challenges, stating:

“I think [Powell] is doing a terrible job… I’m surprised he was appointed. I was surprised, frankly, that Joe Biden put him in and extended him.”

Social media users quickly pointed out the irony: Trump appointed Powell during his own presidency. While Biden renewed Powell’s term, the original nomination came from Trump.

Online Backlash Over Memory Slip

The video spread rapidly online. Many viewers speculated that Trump realized the mistake mid-sentence and tried to shift blame to Biden.

Critics wasted no time. One user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote:

“He can’t even remember appointing the Fed Chair—yet we’re supposed to trust him with nuclear codes?”

Another added:

“If Biden made a slip like that, it would be a media firestorm. This is a slow-motion train wreck.”

Others joked that Trump is “starting to sound like Biden,” while some went further, calling the incident a clear sign of mental decline.

Doctors Maintain Trump’s Mental Fitness

Despite the public outcry, Trump’s medical team stands by his health. Earlier this year, White House physicians confirmed he is both physically and mentally fit, dismissing speculation about cognitive issues.