Trump Press Conference Cut Short After Sudden Medical Emergency in the Room
A routine press event at the White House took an unexpected turn on Friday when former President Donald Trump was forced to end his remarks early due to a sudden medical emergency.
The incident occurred during a televised ceremony in which Dr. Mehmet Oz was being officially sworn in to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
As Trump neared the end of his speech, the live broadcast was abruptly cut, and the screen faded to black.
According to FOX News and Mirror US, the disruption was caused by a medical emergency involving one of Dr. Oz’s children, who had to be quickly escorted out of the Oval Office.
BREAKING: Someone collapsed inside the Oval Office, just as Trump warned that lives will be in danger if Iran gets a nuke, and “Dr” Mehmet Oz stands by smiling awkwardly while the collapsed person needs help.
Perfect metaphor for the Trump Admin.pic.twitter.com/vIDtpUf3OV
— Really American 🇺🇸 (@ReallyAmerican1) April 18, 2025
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded immediately, halting the event and asking reporters to leave the room.
“The press is being escorted out of the room, so we don’t know what’s going on there,” a FOX News anchor remarked during the live coverage.
Eyewitnesses say Dr. Oz’s wife, Lisa, appeared visibly concerned, while Trump briefly stepped away from the podium to assess the situation. Dr. Oz also rushed to assist, adding to the moment’s urgency.
While no further details have been officially confirmed, the incident highlights how quickly even the most organized public appearances can shift in the face of personal emergencies.
Updates on the condition of the individual involved have yet to be released.
