Trump sports a 'device' strapped to waist after yet another mysterious bulge spotted

22:04 ET, 05 Sep 2026Updated 22:05 ET, 05 Sep 2026

Online snoops think they have spotted something hiding underneath President Donald Trump's suit as he was photographed leaving Air Force One.

As the president jetted to his golf club in New Jersey for the weekend, social media users began speculating about a mysterious bulge visible on Trump.

"What is this on his waist? A fanny pack? A device?" one X user guessed.

"What is going on here?" another person asked, zooming in on the bulge.

It adds to growing rumors in past incidents when it was theorized that Trump had hidden diapers or some kind of health-related device on him.

The rumors have taken hold, particularly as the 80-year-old, the second-oldest serving president in U.S. history, has had visible moments that have raised questions about his health.

Including times when he seemingly fell asleep during cabinet meetings or in the Oval Office as he hosted reporters and officials.

He's also had deep bruises on his hands, sparking speculation over whether he has developed a condition.

More recently, rumors have swirled over whether Trump has started wearing a diaper. That speculation started in April after his attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

As Trump sat opposite host Norah O'Donnell, viewers spotted an unusual bulge protruding from the side of his suit.

They were quick to claim that it looked like an adult diaper. The rumors gained some momentum when Karoline Leavitt, the outgoing White House press secretary, posted a photo of Trump giving an interview to Atlanta News First about his Trump Accounts, the Save America Act, and Mike Collins' Senate campaign.

Despite the growing rumors about Trump's condition, the White House claimed that the president is in perfect health.

Earlier this year, it also released the results from Trump's annual physical, in which his doctor found that he "remains in excellent health, exhibiting robust cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and general physical function."

"His active lifestyle continues to contribute significantly to his well-being. President Trump's days include participation in multiple meetings, public appearances, press availability, and frequent victories in golf events," the physician to the president wrote. "President Trump exhibits excellent cognitive and physical health and is fully fit to execute the duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State."