Trump halts swearing-in after Oz's granddaughter faints
During the swearing-in of Dr Mehmet Oz as the head of the Centres for Medicare and Medicaid Services, an unexpected incident occurred. The new chief's granddaughter fainted, prompting Donald Trump to interrupt his speech. The press was asked to leave the Oval Office.
What you need to know
- During the swearing-in ceremony of Dr Mehmet Oz as the head of the Centres for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the new chief's granddaughter fainted, causing Donald Trump's speech to be interrupted.
- The incident took place in the Oval Office of the White House, where the ceremony was being held.
- The White House confirmed that the girl is feeling well.
During the swearing-in ceremony of Dr Mehmet Oz, the new head of the Centres for Medicare and Medicaid Services, an unexpected commotion occurred. In the middle of Donald Trump's speech, one of the men present interrupted the address.
"Philo fainted." Journalists were asked to leave
"Mr President," said the man. After a moment, someone shouted, "Philo fainted," and his colleagues rushed to help.
A White House official conveyed that the press must leave the room. "Everybody out," she said.
According to the weekly "People," Dr Oz's 11-year-old granddaughter fainted during the ceremony. "A minor family member fainted during Dr. Oz's swearing in ceremony in the Oval Office. We are happy to say she is okay," announced the White House.
