In an interview on The Dean Obeidallah Show, Gartner analyzed video footage of Trump’s public appearances and compared them to older clips from the 1980s. “We found him in his younger years playing sports, moving athletically, diving for a volleyball,” Gartner said. “Now, it’s very different. His coordination has clearly changed—he has trouble going up stairs, and he’s taken several falls.”

One detail that stood out, Gartner explained, is what neurologists refer to as a “leg swing” — a motion where one leg swings in a semicircle, indicating it may not be functioning properly. “In Trump’s case, it’s his right leg. Several neurologists I’ve spoken with view this as a telltale sign of frontotemporal dementia.”

He added that while these observations aren’t definitive without clinical testing, the consistency of the physical pattern suggests that the matter deserves further scrutiny. One of Gartner’s colleagues, neurologist Dr. Zoffman, reportedly expressed high confidence that the leg movement is symptomatic of the condition.

White House remains silent on speculation

Despite the emerging commentary from outside medical professionals, Trump’s team has not responded directly to the claims. White House medical updates remain limited to official statements and avoid engaging with speculation on social media or from unaffiliated physicians.

As the former president eyes another run for the White House, questions around age and fitness continue to surface — not just for Trump, but for his likely 2024 rival as well. The debate reflects a broader concern about leadership longevity and transparency in public office.

While supporters accept Trump’s health assurances at face value, critics argue that public figures of his stature should face more rigorous and independent evaluation.