Trump Floored as Novo Nordisk Executive Collapses in Oval Office
During a White House press conference, Gordon Findlay, a top executive from Novo Nordisk, unexpectedly collapsed while standing behind President Donald Trump. The event was held to announce a new deal on weight-loss medications.
Findlay's knees gave way suddenly, causing him to nearly fall. Administration officials and pharmaceutical representatives quickly intervened to prevent him from hitting the floor.
Immediate Response and Medical Attention
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the incident during the "Most Favored Nations Oval Office Announcement."
“During the Most Favored Nations Oval Office Announcement, a representative with one of the companies fainted. The White House Medical Unit quickly jumped into action, and the gentleman is okay. The Press Conference will resume shortly.”
Press witnesses reported that Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, helped Findlay safely to the ground to avoid head injury. Following the incident, reporters were asked to leave the Oval Office as cabinet members tended to Findlay and elevated his legs.
Summary
The press conference paused briefly to manage the emergency, but resumed shortly after confirming Findlay was stable.
Author's Summary
The unexpected collapse of Novo Nordisk executive Gordon Findlay during a White House event highlighted the swift medical response ensuring his recovery and the continuation of the press conference.