Trump spotted with unusual new mark on hand

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By ROSS IBBETSON, ASSOCIATE EDITOR

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Donald Trump has been spotted with a new mark on his hand at the G7 summit sparking speculation about his health online.

A jagged purplish line was seen on the President's left hand as he gave a thumbs up gesture during a working session with other leaders in Evian-les-Bains, France.

Trump's right hand is often seen covered with make-up to conceal discoloration which he says is the result of frequent handshaking coupled with a high aspirin dose making him more susceptible to bruising. 

The new mark prompted immediate chatter as the photo went viral on Tuesday.

'It looks like a skin tear with dried blood underneath,' said one commenter on X.

Another said: 'Seems to me he's getting infusions in both hands now, veins probably breaking down.'

A third wrote: 'They caked layer after layer of makeup on his hand. So much it's starting to crack.' 

The White House has been contacted for comment. 

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A mark is spotted on Donald Trump's left hand as he gestures during a working session with G7 leaders in Evian-les-Bains, France, June 16

A close-up view of the mark on Trump's left hand

Trump, who celebrated his 80th birthday on Sunday, recently released the results of his latest medical checkup which he said went 'PERFECTLY.'

The President's physician, US Navy Captain Sean Barbarella, said in a memo last month that Trump 'remains in excellent health, demonstrating strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function.' 

Presidents are not obliged to release their medical information to the public.

However, Trump has faced increased political pressure to publish his records after making Joe Biden's health a cornerstone of his presidential campaign, lashing his rival as 'Sleepy Joe' for failing to take a cognitive test. 

Last year, after photos showed swelling in the President's ankles, it was revealed that he suffers from chronic venous insufficiency, a common circulatory problem in older patients.

Barbarella's report noted that the swelling has improved without going into detail.

Trump has also appeared to doze off in meetings with videos showing him closing his eyes during cabinet sessions and Oval Office announcements.

The President explained to the New York Magazine in a January interview that it's because the cabinet meetings are 'boring as hell.'

Trump's right hand is seen as he speaks to the press after returning and stepping off Air Force One, Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Trump's right hand is seen during a Mother's Day event for members of the military, Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Last year, after photos showed swelling in the President's ankles, it was revealed that he suffers from chronic venous insufficiency, a common circulatory problem in older patients 

'I'm going around a room, and I've got 28 guys − the last one was three and a half hours,' Trump said. 'I have to sit back and listen, and I move my hand so that people will know I'm listening. I'm hearing every word, and I can't wait to get out.' 

Trump flew to the G7 summit in the early hours of Monday after attending the historic UFC cage fighting event at the White House on Sunday.

The President's top staff often describe him as highly energetic, calling them at all hours of the night to discuss policy matters.

Trump is known to rely on just a few hours of sleep and often spends his weekends playing golf at his resorts in Florida, New Jersey and Virginia.