In a recent government meeting, former President Donald Trump praised Dr. Ronnie Jackson, his former White House physician, highlighting Jackson's extensive military and medical background. Jackson, who served as a Navy rear admiral and was the doctor for Presidents Bush, Obama, and Trump, was described by Trump as the \"healthiest\" of the three presidents he cared for.
Trump's remarks came as he criticized Senator Jon Tester, accusing him of being a \"sleazy, disgusting, swamp politician\" who attempted to undermine Jackson's nomination as Secretary of Veterans Affairs in 2018. Jackson recounted his military service, including his time in Iraq, and defended his record against accusations made by Tester, which he labeled as false and politically motivated.
The meeting also served as a rallying point for Trump and his supporters, with Jackson expressing a desire to see Trump return to the presidency and to replace Tester with Tim Sheehy in the Senate. Jackson's comments underscored a broader narrative of political rivalry and the ongoing battle for control within the Republican Party, as he called for action to \"take this country back\" in the upcoming elections.
As the meeting concluded, Jackson emphasized the importance of unity among supporters to achieve their political goals, marking a significant moment in the lead-up to the next electoral cycle.