FOX News Host Emily Compagno on Trump's Claim of Aging in Reverse: 'I'll Have What He's Having'

President Donald Trump, at the age of 79, has boldly claimed he feels as vigorous as he did at 29, asserting that he is 'ageing in reverse.' This statement emerged during an interview with NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas, where Trump also positioned himself alongside historical giants like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.

On Fox News' The Five, host Emily Compagno enthusiastically highlighted the remark, quipping, 'I'll have what he's having,' while teasing Democrats with the notion of Trump's rejuvenated vitality. The segment aired on Thursday, sparking a mix of admiration and scepticism among the panel.

Trump elaborated, 'I feel great. Physically and mentally, I feel like I did 50 years ago.' This comes amid ongoing scrutiny of his physical condition, including reports of swollen ankles and hand bruises.

Despite these concerns, the president dismissed any decline, aligning with his supporters' calls to etch his likeness onto Mount Rushmore.

Compagno's Gushing Endorsement

Emily Compagno, a prominent Fox News personality and co-host of The Five, framed Trump's assertion as a triumph over his critics. 'Sorry, Democrats, President Trump says he is ageing in reverse,' she declared, setting a light-hearted yet partisan tone.

Her reaction—'I'll have what he's having'—evoked the classic film line from When Harry Met Sally, implying envy at Trump's purported fountain of youth. Compagno then pivoted to fellow panellist Harold Ford, jesting, 'Harold, Benjamin Button. What do you think about him compared to Honest Abe, good old George Washington?'

This banter underscores Compagno's role as a staunch Trump advocate on the programme, often blending entertainment with political commentary. Her enthusiasm reflects broader Fox News narratives celebrating Trump's resilience and charisma.

Ford's Measured Response

Democratic co-host Harold Ford offered a tempered counterpoint, wishing Trump well but firmly rejecting comparisons to Washington and Lincoln. 'I wish him the best, but he is nowhere close to George Washington, who saved the country, and Abe Lincoln, President Lincoln saved the country again,' Ford stated.

He acknowledged Trump's self-assurance: 'But I hear the president. Everybody wants to be on that mountain, and he has every right to talk that way. He projects, as he always does, confidence and strength. He looked good. He sounded good.'

Ford's comments highlight the show's dynamic, in which ideological clashes often yield civil discourse, contrasting with more polarised media outlets.

Lingering Questions About Trump's Health

Trump's claims arrive against a backdrop of health inquiries. A report by the Wall Street Journal last month detailed his aversion to exercise: 'I just don't like it. It's boring. To walk on a treadmill or run on a treadmill for hours and hours like some people do, that's not for me.'

He revealed taking 325 milligrams of aspirin daily to thin his blood, which his doctor attributes to the hand bruising. A CNN medical analyst noted this as an 'unorthodox dose,' raising eyebrows.

While supporters laud his energy, citing his packed schedule and public rallies as evidence, critics question the veracity amid visible signs of ageing. In an era of heightened transparency demands, such statements invite further examination of how leaders' health impacts governance.