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Harris releases health report, criticizes Trump for failing to do the same
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Harris releases health report, criticizes Trump for failing to do the same

WASHINGTON – Vice President Kamala Harris plans to release a report Saturday on her medical history and health that a senior campaign official said would show “she has the physical and mental resilience” needed to serve as president. president.

Harris’ advisers hope to use the opportunity to draw a contrast with Republican Donald Trump, who has released only limited information about his health over the years, and raise questions about his fitness to serve, Harris said. assistant.

Harris’ office did not provide details on how complete the report on his medical history was. The aide, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss a sensitive issue, said the report concluded that Harris “possesses the physical and mental resilience required to successfully execute the duties of the presidency, including those of head of the executive, head of state and commander in chief.” Chief.”

Trump, for his part, has released very little information, particularly after his ear was grazed by a bullet during an assassination attempt in July.

Trump, 78, enthusiastically questioned President Joe Biden’s health as the 81-year-old president sought re-election. Since Biden was replaced on the ticket by 59-year-old Harris, Trump’s health has attracted more attention.

Last November, Trump marked Biden’s birthday by releasing a letter from his doctor saying the former president was in “excellent” physical and mental health.

The letter posted to Trump’s social media platform contained no details to support his claims — measurements such as weight, blood pressure and cholesterol levels, or the results of any test.

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