Trump's 23-Pound Gain Mocked by Critics Who Blame His 'Loaded Diaper' for the Extra Pounds

Donald Trump's reported 23-pound (10.43 kg) weight gain has become the latest target of brutal online mockery, with critics joking that his increasingly bulky appearance could be down to a 'loaded diaper' rather than anything more complicated.

The joke comes as doctors raise concerns over the president's growing waistline, after a White House medical report put his weight at 238 pounds (108 kg) in May, compared with the 215 (97.52 kg) pounds listed in his 2023 Georgia booking record.

Trump's Weight Has Risen From 215 to 238 Pounds

Trump's weight has been scrutinised for years, partly because the figures released about him have not always been consistent. His 2023 booking record in Georgia listed him at 215 pounds, although that figure was self-reported and immediately attracted scepticism.

A White House medical report released in May placed Trump at 238 pounds. That represents a 23-pound increase from the Georgia figure and leaves him only around 1.6 pounds (0.725 kg) below the obesity threshold based on his reported height of 6ft 3in (190.5 cm).

The latest figure also follows a reported 14-pound (6.35 kg) increase between his most recent annual medical examinations. Doctors have therefore urged him to pay greater attention to his weight, diet and physical activity.

The numbers have also fuelled jokes from Trump's critics, who have seized on his appearance and made crude references to a supposed 'loaded diaper' being responsible for some of the extra weight.

Doctors Warn His Waistline Could Become a Health Risk

Behind the jokes, doctors have raised a considerably more serious concern. Scott Kahan, director of the National Center for Weight and Wellness and a physician at George Washington University, warned that obesity is associated with numerous health problems, premature disability and an increased risk of death.

He said addressing obesity should be treated as a priority for the president's health.

Trump's physicians have reportedly advised him to lose weight, improve his diet and maintain regular physical activity. His medical team has nevertheless continued to describe him as having strong energy and other positive health markers.

The concerns come amid wider scrutiny of Trump's health, including reports of bruising on his hands, swollen ankles and apparent drowsiness.

Trump's Love for Fast Food

Trump has never hidden his fondness for fast food. McDonald's has remained a familiar part of his public image, with photographs frequently showing him surrounded by burgers, fries and large drinks.

His eating habits were reportedly described as startling by Republican National Committee chairman Joe Gruters, who recalled Trump consuming fries, a Quarter Pounder, a Big Mac and a Filet-O-Fish during a campaign flight.

Trump Has Previously Used Weight To Mock His Rivals

The latest jokes are particularly striking because Trump has repeatedly used weight and appearance as ammunition against political opponents.

He has mocked figures including former New Jersey governor Chris Christie and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, while also making jokes about his own appearance. Trump has previously said he avoided wearing bulletproof vests because they could make him look fat.

Trump has said he has never taken GLP-1 weight-loss medication, despite growing popularity of the drugs. His doctors have encouraged healthier habits, but the White House has largely emphasised his energy and stamina when responding to questions about his condition.