Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA) raised concerns regarding President Donald Trump's abrupt cancellation of a signing ceremony for the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act on June 24, 2026. Lieu speculated that Trump's decision might be linked to undisclosed health issues, suggesting that the president's behavior has become increasingly erratic. He referenced a report about a 79-year-old man receiving access to a special weight-loss drug, implying that Trump could be the individual mentioned in the report. The White House denied that Trump received the drug, with communications director Steven Cheung dismissing Lieu's comments as unfounded. Lieu called for greater transparency regarding Trump's health, particularly in light of the president's recent public appearances and behavior.
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Rep. Ted Lieu Questions Trump's Cancellation of Housing Bill Signing
Rep. Ted Lieu questioned President Trump's cancellation of a signing ceremony for the housing bill, suggesting it may be linked to health concerns. He referenced a report about a special drug and called for transparency from the White House, which denied the claims.
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