Trump Mocked as “Dozy Don” After Viral Video – White House Fires Back
A video of President Donald Trump appearing to nod off during a televised Oval Office briefing has ignited a storm of reactions online, and the White House is not staying silent.
The clip, filmed during a Medicare policy announcement on new GLP-1 weight-loss medications, shows Trump leaning back in his chair with his eyes half-closed as Dr. Mehmet Oz explained cost-reduction measures.
Within hours, the footage spread across social media, sparking an avalanche of memes, debates, and the now-trending nickname “Dozy Don.”
Critics compared the moment to Trump’s past jabs at President Joe Biden, dubbing the incident “ironic karma.”
California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office even joined in, posting a collage labeled “The Nodfather,” turning the quiet moment into a viral sensation.
But the White House quickly hit back. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt released a firm statement dismissing the claims:
“The President was not sleeping. He was fully engaged, spoke extensively, and answered numerous questions.
This administration just achieved one of the biggest drug price cuts in U.S. history — that’s the real story.”
Officials confirmed the briefing unveiled a plan to cap GLP-1 drug costs at $149 for oral and $249 for injectable treatments, aiming to make weight-loss and diabetes medications accessible to millions.
The viral moment came amid a hectic week at the West Wing, following a separate health scare when an executive fainted during another event. Photos showed Dr. Oz rushing to assist while Trump observed the scene — a moment that also trended online.
Despite the whirlwind of attention, Trump’s supporters defended him, noting that brief fatigue is human, especially for someone maintaining a grueling public schedule. Critics, however, argued it raised renewed questions about stamina and focus at age 79.
Social media amplified the debate, with hashtags like #DozyDon, #TheNodfather, and #WestWingMoments trending globally. Some found humor; others saw political symbolism.
Whether it’s remembered as a lighthearted meme or a viral example of media overreaction, the incident shows how a few seconds of footage can reshape the narrative around one of the world’s most scrutinized figures — and how swiftly the White House must respond in the age of instant virality.
