Trump news: President’s condition ‘very concerning’ on Friday despite assurances, top aide admits
White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows told reporters that Mr Trump went through a “very concerning” period on Friday, and said the next 48 hours will “be critical” to his care. His comments contradict an earlier assessment of Mr Trump’s health by the president’s doctor, Dr Sean Conley.
Dr Conley, who said Mr Trump was “doing very well," issued a memo today clarifying the statements he made during a press conference this morning that suggested Mr Trump learned of his diagnosis 72 hours ago.
Dr Conley said Mr Trump was 72 hours into his diagnosis. According to White House officials, and a later statement by Dr Conley, he meant to say that Mr Trump was three days into his illness, and that he tested positive on Thursday night. White House officials also clarified that Mr Trump has been receiving Regeneron treatments for 48 hours.
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