These Politicians Have Battled Through Chronic Health Issues - Page 23 of 32

William Taft

William H. Taft, the 27^th President of the United States and the 10^th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, was overweight his entire life, reaching morbidly obese levels during his Presidency. His weight troubles led to chronic heart problems, high blood pressure and sleep apnea.

Though his health issues were a lifelong struggle, Taft lived a long, fruitful life of public service, and instituted laws during his Presidency that remain in force today.