CNN Medical Analyst: ‘The President Appears To Struggle To Stay Awake During The Day’

BusinessMediaCNN Medical Analyst: ‘The President Appears To Struggle To Stay Awake During The Day’ByMark Joyella,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Joyella is a former broadcast journalist who covers media.Follow AuthorMay 26, 2026, 12:47pm EDTMay 26, 2026, 12:51pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA - MAY 25: U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a Memorial Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on May 25, 2026 in Arlington, Virginia. Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the U.S. armed forces. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)Getty ImagesA CNN medical analyst said Tuesday that the White House has questions to answer about the health of President Trump, including an explanation for why “the president appears to struggle to stay awake during the day.” Dr. Jonathan Reiner, a cardiologist, told CNN’s Kate Bolduan Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video