Trump Jokes About Not Being a Senior, Sparks Backlash

0:00It's April 17th. Welcome in. This is Entertainment and celebrity news, where pop culture meets AI. I'm Cory with the story. Donald Trump, the 79-year-old former president, turning 80 on June 14th, sparked talk after joking he's not a senior citizen. He made the comment while boasting about no taxes on social security benefits for over 51 million seniors. He told the crowd he caters to seniors, but isn't one himself, drawing laughs before doubling down. Trump often highlights policies aimed at older Americans, like eliminating those taxes. Social media lit up with backlash, folks insisting he's a senior since anyone 65 or older qualifies. Critics called it delusional, with some accusing him of dementia and questioning his grip on reality. Trump claims perfect hell from his doctors, despite issues like chronic Venus insufficiency causing swollen ankles. Back in January, he even admitted being older than most people in the room. This mix of denial and senior focused appeals keeps the conversation buzzing as he