President Donald Trump's health has once again become a topic of debate in American politics.
According to the Daily Beast, Democrats in Congress have requested additional information about his recent medical examinations.
At the same time, the White House has repeatedly rejected the criticism, insisting that the president is in good health.
More questions
The debate has been fueled in part by Trump being seen on several occasions with bruises on his hands and swollen ankles.
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According to the White House, the bruises are the result of frequent handshakes and aspirin use, while the swollen ankles have been attributed to chronic venous insufficiency, a condition that is common among older adults.
The president's physician has concluded that Trump is in good health.
However, according to the Daily Beast, the White House has not explained why 22 medical specialists participated in his latest health examination, compared with 14 the previous year.
The results of Trump's cognitive test have also not been made public.
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Majority are skeptical
The new Quinnipiac University poll, cited by the Daily Beast, shows that 59 percent of voters believe the White House is not being transparent about Trump's health.
Only 34 percent believe the administration has been transparent.
The poll also shows that many voters have doubts about the president's physical and mental health.
However, opinions largely reflect voters' political affiliations.
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Republican voters have significantly greater confidence in the White House than Democratic and independent voters.
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This article is made and published by Ida-Marie Palm Varbæk, who may have used AI in the preparation.