President says cognitive test taken to counter criticism of mental sharpness

The 79-year-old president told supporters at a rally that criticism of mental sharpness led to a cognitive test. The president said the decision followed questions raised earlier this month. The president recounted a conversation with a doctor at the event held at Rockland Community College in New York.

The president said the doctor confirmed a test existed and that no prior presidents had taken it. The president described the test questions, starting with identifying a horse among listed animals. Later questions involved arithmetic steps, and the president stated the final answer was correct.

Upcoming evaluation The president is scheduled for another cognitive evaluation at Walter Reed Hospital on Monday during a medical and dental checkup. The examination will be the fourth publicized evaluation since returning to office. The president has previously stated results on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment.

The president has also commented on age-related concerns regarding the former president.