Trump Insults Overweight Friend at White House Event, Drawing Criticism

President Donald Trump faced criticism after recounting an insult he directed at an overweight friend during a White House event on Wednesday, saying, "You're an extremely obese person," while discussing weight-loss drug costs. Trump recalled the exchange while addressing Republican lawmakers, noting his friend complained about U.S. drug prices versus Europe. He added that he told the friend the medication "is not working," and claimed the friend asked him not to reveal his name. Trump has a history of insulting overweight individuals, though his own health is under scrutiny. The White House lists his BMI at 29.7, near obesity, and his physician advised diet and weight loss. Critics highlighted the irony of his remarks.