President Donald Trump asserted in a tweet on Monday afternoon that being stricken with the coronavirus has made him feel 20 years younger.
The president, who was hospitalized on Friday after experiencing numerous complications related to the disease, is reassuring his followers that he is now stronger than ever.
“I will be leaving the great Walter Reed Medical Center today at 6:30 P.M. Feeling really good!” Trump said. “Don’t be afraid of Covid. Don’t let it dominate your life. We have developed, under the Trump Administration, some really great drugs & knowledge. I feel better than I did 20 years ago!”
I will be leaving the great Walter Reed Medical Center today at 6:30 P.M. Feeling really good! Don’t be afraid of Covid. Don’t let it dominate your life. We have developed, under the Trump Administration, some really great drugs & knowledge. I feel better than I did 20 years ago! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 5, 2020
Trump thus far has received a cocktail of drugs as part of his experimental treatment, including the steroid dexamethasone. Numerous health professionals have noted that the drugs being taken by the president suggest that his situation is more serious than the White House has let on.
But Trump, who even chose to take a short armored SUV ride outside the hospital in a transparent effort to project strength, has done everything possible to convince the public that he is the embodiment of health.
A series of tweets this morning, nearly all of which utilized caps-lock, eventually led many to accuse Trump of experiencing “roid rage.” Now users are noting that Trump’s bizarre tirade may just be the result of him being high on medication.
“Donald J. Trump feels better today than in the year 2000 because he’s high on so many drugs,” @thecultureofme wrote.
Donald J. Trump feels better today than in the year 2000 because he's high on so many drugs. https://t.co/VLJBcwbtKV — MF Doomscrolling (@thecultureofme) October 5, 2020
Trump just sent 14 all cap manic tweets.
The President is high. https://t.co/bgVzAxwSKe — Roger Tansey 🌊🌊🌊 (@rogertansey) October 5, 2020
Trump feels so good due to the monoclonal antibodies and the corticosteroids (Dexamethasone). The high won't last. https://t.co/OBaTyLylUS — BeachPretzel (@BeachPretzel2) October 5, 2020
While the president’s current mental state is unclear, a doctor speaking with CNN recently noted that side-effects from the steroid treatment include psychosis, delirium, and mania.
Twitter users were quick to attribute Trump’s behavior to his drug regimen.
Mania is a side effect of Dexamethasone. https://t.co/qPzqt9GPMl — Jon Cryer (@MrJonCryer) October 5, 2020
tfw you’re experiencing steroid-induced mania https://t.co/rlxqbHM36A — Matthew Yglesias (@mattyglesias) October 5, 2020
Others tweeted out the laundry-list of substances that Trump is currently taking as part of his treatment.
“All you need is this and you’ll be fine,” @ed_solomon said.
All you need is this and you’ll be fine. https://t.co/mTF1MojQXS pic.twitter.com/IWaKe4HcIW — Ed Solomon (@ed_solomon) October 5, 2020
So everyone has the same access to experimental drugs as you so they shouldn’t be afraid of covid? https://t.co/05POCKEA2F — Judd Apatow (@JuddApatow) October 5, 2020
Don't be afraid of the virus that sent me to the hospital on a helicopter, in need of oxygen, where I had 9 doctors, took an untested, experimental drug cocktail, enormous amounts of steroids, and now have lung capacity which I have ordered my medical team not to speak about https://t.co/8ufA925uDg — Joshua Topolsky (@joshuatopolsky) October 5, 2020
“You’re on steroids you idiot. You think you can bike the tour de france, but you wouldn’t make it a block,” @NancyLeeGrahn added. “How dare you tell ppl not to be afraid of a disease that killed 230k ppl on your watch. I’m glad you’re being released. You won’t be once they lock you in a cell. Can’t wait.”
You're on steroids you idiot. You think you can bike the tour de france, but you wouldn't make it a block. How dare you tell ppl not to be afraid of a disease that killed 230k ppl on your watch. I'm glad you're being released. You won't be once they lock you in a cell. Can't wait — Nancy Lee Grahn (@NancyLeeGrahn) October 5, 2020
when your boy lets you hit 5 balloons instead of 3 https://t.co/X0VMI09FPO — Noel Miller (@thenoelmiller) October 5, 2020
This man is on high dose steroids, which commonly cause hallucinations, agitation, mania, euphoria. He feels better than he did 20 years ago b/c he's on a steroid high.
PLEASE do not interpret these tweets as any source of truth about his condition or COVID-19 in general. https://t.co/DlMao5aVTT — Dr. Jenn Conti (@doctorjenn) October 5, 2020
Despite the president still very much not being in the clear, his supporters are totally convinced that he has defeated the virus already.
“He’s back and stronger than ever,” @MichaelCoudrey said.
He’s back and stronger than ever 🇺🇸 — Mike Coudrey (@MichaelCoudrey) October 5, 2020
Beast Mode Activated — Jack Posobiec (@JackPosobiec) October 5, 2020
As noted in his initial tweet, Trump is scheduled to return to the White House at 6:30ET today.
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SafeToPost on October 5th, 2020 at 23:09 UTC »
I remember feeling like a million bucks after taking Prednisone post asthma problems. After day 3 of no sleep it became less fun.
CrizzyBill on October 5th, 2020 at 23:02 UTC »
Science can kiss my ass. But look how good science did despite me! - DJT
The_Sausage_Smuggler on October 5th, 2020 at 22:57 UTC »
Biden should ask him to take a drug test before the next debate.