Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has said he believes President Donald Trump is “not doing too hot,” and suggested his supporters “cut bait” on him.
Speaking on his podcast The Alex Jones Show on Tuesday, he said: “When your ankles swell up three times the size they were before, that means heart failure. And he does look sick. And he does babble and it sounds like the brain’s not doing too hot. So we just cut bait on Trump, and we just mobilize against the Democrats.”
In July 2025, the White House announced that Trump was examined for swelling in his legs and was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency.
The condition occurs when valves in certain veins do not function properly, causing blood to pool. Common symptoms include swelling in the lower legs or ankles, aching or cramping, varicose veins, pain, and changes to the skin. Treatment can include medication, and in more advanced cases, medical procedures.
Jones, a longtime supporter of Trump during his first term, has frequently criticized the president in recent months.
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