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White House calls Dem rep. "dumbass" & "bi**h" for suggesting Trump has a terminal illness
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· June 25, 2026
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Key takeaway Ted Lieu has sparked a strong reaction from the White House.
A recent incident involving Rep. Ted Lieu has sparked a strong reaction from the White House. The representative from California suggested that the president may have a terminal illness due to his cancellation of a signing ceremony for a bipartisan affordable housing bill.
The White House responded harshly to Rep. Lieu's comments. Further details about the exchange are available from LGBTQ Nation.
The incident began when Rep. Lieu questioned the president's health, citing his trouble staying awake at events and apparent physical weaknesses.
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Category: rights Published: June 25, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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