President Donald Trump has once again addressed rumors that he sometimes falls asleep during meetings, joking about the topic while discussing a recent war-planning session related to the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Trump Jokes About ‘Falling Asleep’ During War Planning Meeting
Donald Trump joked during a rally in Kentucky that he nearly fell asleep while officials presented him with potential names for a U.S. military operation targeting Iran.
The president described a meeting with generals and administration officials where they were choosing the name for the military campaign, which was ultimately called Operation Epic Fury.
According to Trump, he was given a list of around 20 possible names to review.
He told the rally crowd that the process became tedious as officials went through the options one by one.
How ‘Operation Epic Fury’ Got Its Name
Trump recalled asking advisers why they wanted him to pick a name for the mission.
When he learned it was the name for the military operation against Iran, he said he looked through the options and was not impressed with most of them.
The president joked that the list was so long that he felt like he was “falling asleep” before eventually spotting the name Epic Fury, which he said he liked.
Rumors About Trump Falling Asleep
Throughout his second term, Trump has faced repeated speculation about whether he sometimes dozes off during long meetings or public events.
Some photos and videos have circulated online appearing to show the president with his eyes closed while others were speaking.
Trump and his administration have strongly denied that he falls asleep during official meetings.
White House Response to Past Claims
Following footage from a Cabinet meeting that appeared to show the president closing his eyes, Karoline Leavitt defended Trump’s performance.
She said the president had been actively leading what she described as a lengthy and productive meeting with his team.
According to the White House, Trump was listening carefully to discussions and managing the session.
Trump Says Meetings Can Be ‘Boring’
In previous interviews, Trump acknowledged that some meetings can feel repetitive.
He explained that when he appears to sit quietly or close his eyes, it does not necessarily mean he is asleep.
Instead, he suggested that he is still paying attention, even if the conversation is not particularly engaging.
Similar Claims During Court Appearance
Speculation about Trump appearing to fall asleep also surfaced during his criminal trial in New York in 2024.
Several reports described moments when the president appeared to nod off during proceedings.
Trump denied those claims at the time, writing on social media that he was simply closing his eyes and listening carefully.
