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Speculation has swirled about the health of Trump -- who was the oldest president ever inaugurated when he returned to power last year, and who turns 80 next month.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

The drama that has swirled around this by-election began months before we even knew when or where it would happen.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Speculation has swirled over Ma’s political fortunes since he was removed as party secretary of the far western region of Xinjiang in July 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

Feverish and at times fantastical speculation has swirled about the princess’s condition during her absence.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 19, 2024

For months, speculation has swirled about whether Bass could seek to make a statement by appointing a woman or a Latino for the first time in the department’s long history.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2024