WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday dismissed social media rumors that have swirled about his health — including that he had died — as “fake news” during a press conference at the White House. Trump did not schedule any public appearances or hold any press conferences for several days last week, a noticeable absence from the cameras for the publicity-loving 79-year-old.

President’s absence from public view had provoked social media speculation over his health

The 79-year-old continues to be the subject of curiosity and cruel jokes regarding his whereabouts from liberals who swamped social media over Labor Day Weekend.

He didn't seem thrilled by the prospect when a reporter asked Tuesday.