A viral video captured a dramatic moment inside the Oval Office during a White House press conference on Thursday when Gordon Findlay, a Novo Nordisk executive, suddenly collapsed, raising questions about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s response at the event hosted by President Donald Trump.
The event was intended to showcase a new agreement between the government and pharmaceutical companies Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk aimed at reducing obesity drug costs for millions of Americans. However, the announcement was overshadowed by Findlay's collapse.
"Video shows Gordon Findlay, Novo Nordisk Global Brand Director, losing his balance and collapsing beside the Resolute Desk while President Trump spoke."
Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, quickly assisted Findlay to prevent a serious injury. Following the incident, the press was immediately asked to leave the room for emergency response.
The unexpected collapse and Kennedy Jr.'s response quickly went viral, sparking discussions and speculation across social media platforms.
"The person who collapsed was Novo Nordisk Global Brand Director Gordon Findlay. He was in the Oval Office to discuss a weight loss drug partnership. Press was immediately booted out on the emergency."
The incident highlighted the unpredictability of live events, especially those with high-profile attendees and significant policy announcements.
Summary: The sudden collapse of a Novo Nordisk executive at a White House event caused chaos and public concern over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s handling of the situation during President Trump's announcement on obesity drug pricing.