Washington Post Columnist Jokes That Trump Is 'Killing Him' Through Stress

Washington Post columnist Dana Milbank humorously claims that President Donald Trump is "literally killing him" through stress-related health issues. In his recent opinion piece, Milbank recounts experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, insomnia, and elevated blood pressure—conditions he attributes to the pressures of covering Trump’s presidency. He jokingly diagnoses himself with "Trump Hypertensive Unexplained Disorder," noting that his blood pressure spiked during various news events and discussions involving the president. Milbank mentions conducting informal self-monitoring, tracking his blood pressure in response to news developments, and consulting with mental health professionals who report increased client anxiety linked to Trump. He concludes by stating he’s been prescribed blood pressure medication, expecting to discontinue it after Trump's term ends. The article blends satire with commentary on the intense stress political reporting can entail.