Trump Addresses Viral Death Rumors, Confirms Space Command Move

Over the Labor Day weekend, social media rumors falsely claimed that President Donald Trump had died, sparked by his brief absence from public appearances and visible bruising on his hand. Trump initially denied being aware of these rumors but later admitted he had heard about the speculation, describing it as "crazy" and "fake news." He defended his recent activity, citing numerous news conferences, interviews, and visits to his golf club, while contrasting his media coverage to that of President Joe Biden, whom he said went months without public appearances without similar rumors. During a press conference announcing the relocation of the U.S. Space Command headquarters to Alabama, Trump dismissed the death rumors and emphasized the media's lack of credibility. The incident highlighted the power of social media to amplify unfounded gossip, despite official denials and clarifications from the White House. Observers noted that while the rumors spread widely on platforms like X, they had little traction on Trump's own platform, Truth Social.