Trump Witnesses Executive Collapse in Oval Office
During a White House press conference announcing a new deal on weight-loss medications, Novo Nordisk executive Gordon Findlay suddenly collapsed while standing behind President Donald Trump.
Incident Details
Findlay's knees gave way unexpectedly, causing him to fall. Administration staff and pharmaceutical representatives immediately intervened to prevent him from hitting the floor.
White House Response
“During the Most Favored Nations Oval Office Announcement, a representative with one of the companies fainted. The White House Medical Unit quickly jumped into action, and the gentleman is okay. The Press Conference will resume shortly.”
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed medics attended to Findlay on site and that he was fine afterward.
Assistance and Aftermath
Press witnesses reported that Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, helped Findlay to the ground carefully to protect his head. Reporters were then asked to leave the Oval Office while cabinet members provided assistance and elevated his legs.
Summary
The incident caused a temporary halt to the press event but was quickly resolved with medical aid, allowing the conference to continue without further issues.
“The gentleman is okay,” emphasized the White House, reassuring the public about Findlay's condition.
Author's summary: Gordon Findlay, a Novo Nordisk executive, collapsed unexpectedly at a White House press conference but received immediate medical aid and recovered quickly, allowing the event to proceed.
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