Donald Trump gained a new nickname this week — but it didn’t come from political rivals. Instead, social media users watching Tuesday’s marathon Cabinet meeting quickly coined it after spotting a moment that went viral online. What began as a long, detail-heavy session highlighting the administration’s achievements morphed into a running joke when cameras captured the 79-year-old president seemingly nodding off mid-meeting. Many observers immediately labeled him “Commander in Sleep,” noting that it appeared less like deep contemplation and more like a struggle against slumber.
The Cabinet meeting stretched on for two hours and seventeen minutes. Trump began with high energy, calling on each member to outline their top “year-one wins.” The discussion covered everything from drug-trafficking crackdowns to national security priorities, along with ongoing grievances about media coverage and repeated skepticism regarding his health. But around ninety minutes in, his alertness noticeably waned. Posture slumped, eyelids drooped, and for anyone watching, it seemed as if Trump was losing the battle against fatigue.