President Donald Trump, 79, fell asleep during a meeting on May 5 after signing a presidential memorandum that restored the Presidential Fitness Test Award.
The incident took place while Trump was discussing Iran war plans with his children in the Oval Office, according to multiple sources familiar with the meeting.
Trump had been bragging to his children about his administration’s military strategies before abruptly dozing off. The memorandum he signed earlier that day reinstated the fitness award, which had been discontinued under previous administrations.
Key Details:
- Date of Incident: May 5
- Location: Oval Office
- Action Taken: Signed memorandum restoring the Presidential Fitness Test Award
- Context: Discussion of Iran war plans with children
"The President was in the middle of explaining his tough stance on Iran when he suddenly fell asleep," said a White House aide who requested anonymity.
The Presidential Fitness Test Award was originally established to recognize students who met physical fitness standards set by the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition.
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