Trump Shocked as Novo Nordisk Executive Collapses Live in Oval Office
During a White House press conference announcing a new weight-loss medication deal, Gordon Findlay, a top executive at Novo Nordisk, suddenly collapsed behind President Donald Trump.
His knees buckled unexpectedly, causing administration officials and pharmaceutical representatives to quickly assist him and prevent a fall.
“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.” – White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, helped Findlay safely to the ground to avoid head injury. Reporters were then escorted out as cabinet members attended to him and elevated his legs.
Aftermath
- On-site medics responded immediately and confirmed Findlay was fine.
- The press conference resumed shortly after the incident.
- Officials took care to maintain the dignity and safety of those involved.
Summary: A sudden fainting incident involving a Novo Nordisk executive briefly interrupted a White House press conference but was quickly managed with no serious harm.