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PoliticsMar 16

Trump publicly reveals Republican congressman's terminal diagnosis at White House event

President Trump disclosed Rep. Neal Dunn's private health condition during a press conference, prompting House Speaker Mike Johnson to note the information wasn't public.

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President Donald Trump publicly revealed that Republican Congressman Neal Dunn is facing a terminal diagnosis during a White House press conference on Monday, prompting House Speaker Mike Johnson to clarify that the health information "wasn't public."

Trump disclosed details about Dunn's condition while speaking at an event attended by Kennedy Center leaders and other top Republicans. According to Trump's remarks, the diagnosis could have resulted in the congressman being "dead by June."

The revelation came during what was described as a wide-ranging press conference where Trump discussed multiple topics, including the Kennedy Center's upcoming renovation plans, the breast cancer diagnosis of his chief of staff Susan Wiles, and foreign policy matters including Iran.

Johnson's immediate response suggesting the health information had not been previously made public indicates that Trump may have disclosed private medical details without prior coordination or approval from Dunn or House leadership.

The incident highlights ongoing questions about the handling of sensitive personal information in political settings. Representatives for Congressman Dunn have not immediately responded to requests for comment regarding the disclosure of his health status.

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