• Photo shows Trump closing his eyes during official event
• Speculations about his sleep and overall health after images circulate

Over the weekend, images of U.S. President Donald Trump appearing to close his eyes during an announcement in the Oval Office earlier this week went viral, sparking widespread debate on social media

Trump participated in an announcement about reducing prices for popular weight-loss drugs, speaking from behind the Resolute Desk alongside other officials

At times, his eyes appeared closed, and at other moments he seemed to struggle to keep them open, even rubbing them several times

The images drew sharp criticism from many, including the office of California Governor Gavin Newsom, one of the president’s top rivals, which posted photos from the event with the comment: Dozy Don is back

White House spokesperson Taylor Rogers responded in a statement, saying, The President was not sleeping; he spoke throughout the event and answered many questions from the press during this announcement, which represents a historic reduction in prices for two drugs that help Americans with diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and other conditions. Yet, failing liberal media want to push a false narrative instead of covering this achievement

Nevertheless, questions about Trump’s health have persisted since he took office

The 79-year-old president revealed last month that he underwent an MRI at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, without disclosing the reason

Last summer, the White House announced that doctors examined Trump for swelling in his legs and diagnosed him with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition in which vein valves do not function properly, allowing blood to pool