Merz says he has 'no reason whatsoever' to doubt Trump's health

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2026-01-28

Berlin (dpa) - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday dismissed doubts about US President Donald Trump's ability to govern, as rumours about the 79-year-old's health continue to swirl. "Based on my encounters with President Trump, I have no reason whatsoever to doubt his health," Merz said at a press conference in Berlin in response to a journalist's question. "I have the impression that he is, yes, fully capable of performing his duties.......

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