Dr. Jonathan Reiner, a cardiologist with extensive experience including care for former Vice President Dick Cheney, has publicly advocated for a bipartisan congressional inquiry into President Donald Trump’s capacity to serve effectively in office. This development arises from a letter the president sent to Norway’s Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre that has stirred considerable debate about the president’s decision-making and mental acuity.
In a statement posted on the social media platform X on Monday, Dr. Reiner urged lawmakers to take the letter seriously. He emphasized that the communication’s content, coupled with the instruction for its distribution among other European nations, warrants a formal investigation. “This letter, and the fact that the president directed that it be distributed to other European countries, should trigger a bipartisan congressional inquiry into presidential fitness,” Reiner asserted.
The letter in question includes President Trump’s expression of dissatisfaction regarding Norway’s decision not to award him the Nobel Peace Prize. Specifically, Trump references his claim of having ended eight wars, which he believes should have merited the prize. The letter clearly signals a shift in his priorities, stating that he no longer feels bound to prioritize peace exclusively but will instead focus on what benefits the United States directly.
Within the correspondence, the president also interrogates Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland, questioning its “right of ownership.” Furthermore, he makes the sweeping claim that global security hinges on the United States maintaining “Complete and Total Control of Greenland.” Norwegian officials have confirmed that President Trump requested the letter be circulated broadly among government officials in Europe, amplifying the message’s reach and geopolitical resonance.
This letter arrives amid heightened pressure from the White House on both Denmark and the European Union. The president has issued warnings of substantial tariffs to be imposed on various European allies if the United States is not permitted to purchase Greenland. The Arctic territory, rich in mineral resources and home to roughly 57,000 residents, has become a focal point in this escalating dispute.
Dr. Reiner’s concerns extend beyond geopolitical maneuvers to encompass the president’s own health and decision-making process. Recently, the cardiologist publicly criticized President Trump’s adherence to a daily aspirin regimen of 325 milligrams—a dosage Reiner described as “unorthodox” and inconsistent with established cardiac treatment guidelines. This critique reflects broader apprehension about the president’s medical management and the implications for his performance in office.
President Trump has, however, dismissed such concerns. Earlier this month, he posted on Truth Social asserting that White House medical staff had declared him in “PERFECT HEALTH.” The president also claimed successful completion of a cognitive assessment for the third consecutive time, stating he had “ACED” the exam. These statements contrast sharply with Reiner’s professional reservations and suggest a contentious dialogue over the true state of presidential fitness.
The unfolding developments underscore a complex intersection of health scrutiny, international diplomacy, and presidential conduct. The letter to Norway and the subsequent requests for European dissemination serve to heighten awareness about governance and judgment at the highest level, provoking calls for oversight from seasoned medical professionals.
As the situation evolves, key stakeholders await congressional action on the proposed bipartisan inquiry. The scope and impact of such an investigation will bear significant consequences for political stability and international relations. As Dr. Reiner has highlighted, the combination of controversial foreign policy proposals and medical skepticism about the president's condition presents an unprecedented challenge to traditional governance structures.