

CBS Covers Trump's Legs as Reporter Complains of PTSD From Trump Supporters | July 18, 2025
Jul 18, 2025
The podcast dives into the media's eyebrow-raising focus on President Trump's leg swelling while questioning transparency about his health. A CBS correspondent shares his challenges with PTSD following a crowd incident related to Trump. Discussions take a humorous turn as the host links media coverage to the nostalgia of gaming while tackling serious issues surrounding Jill Biden's Chief of Staff invoking the Fifth Amendment. The show raises concerns about perceived corruption within the Biden administration, prompting listeners to engage and discuss.
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Trump's Leg Health Explained
- President Trump's leg swelling was diagnosed as chronic venous insufficiency, a common, benign condition in older adults.
- Comprehensive tests showed no serious underlying issues, confirming his excellent health status.
CBS Covers Trump's Health
- CBS Evening News finally reported on President Trump's health with detailed medical information.
- This marks a return to reporting on a sitting president's health, a contrast to previous media silence during Biden's tenure.
CBS Correspondent's PTSD Story
- CBS News correspondent Scott McFarlane developed PTSD after the attempted Trump assassination ordeal.
- The trauma stemmed from the hostile crowd blaming media, not the violence itself.