Trump's Controversial Remarks on Learning Disabilities and Presidential Eligibility

U.S. President Donald Trump argued that learning disabilities should disqualify someone from the presidency, targeting California Governor Gavin Newsom who has publicly discussed his dyslexia. In his remarks, Trump insisted that a president must not have learning disabilities, sparking controversy and drawing a rebuttal from Newsom.

U.S. President Donald Trump sparked controversy on Monday with comments suggesting that individuals with learning disabilities should be disqualified from the presidency. This statement was directed at California Governor Gavin Newsom, a potential Democratic candidate for the 2028 election, who has been open about his dyslexia.

Trump, speaking in the Oval Office, criticized Newsom's learning challenges, implying they made him unsuitable for presidential responsibilities. The president's remarks are the latest in a series of attacks on Newsom, whom he disparagingly referred to as 'Newscum.'

Newsom's team has yet to respond to these recent comments, although the governor previously rebuked Trump's critique, highlighting the president's own alleged shortcomings.

(With inputs from agencies.)