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Why Is Trump Causing His Own Downfall?
The White House seems to do everything possible to help the Republicans to lose their majorities in the midterm elections.
Trump’s tariff policies have guaranteed that prices for $3 Trillion in U.S. imports will rise by at least 10%. His energy policies have caused 6% price rises for electricity and gas.
His move against allies to grab Greenland is unpopular. Bombing Iran and abducting the President of Venezuela was not welcome.
Sending heavily armed Brownshirts into U.S. neighborhoods to apprehend or assassinate random people is likewise disliked.
Trump’s approval rating is sinking.
biggerOne would assume that Trump would notice the upcoming ballot disaster and change course. But instead of calming the waves he is pouring oil onto fire:
President Donald Trump and his top lieutenants are doubling down on their hardline immigration policies and rhetoric following the shooting of a US citizen by a federal officer in Minneapolis — even as the incident has revealed cracks in the president’s coalition.
A phalanx of top Trump administration officials fanned out across Sunday morning news shows and social media to publicly defend the officer’s actions and the administration’s heavy-handed immigration enforcement tactics, all shifting blame to Democratic state and local officials.
Why is he insisting that his immigration police Brownshirts are in the right when everyone who sees the videos of their actions recognizes that their behavior is simply abhorrent?
His party is worried:
As midterms approach, GOP lawmakers, candidates, strategists and people close to the White House are warning that the administration’s mass deportations policy — and the wall-to-wall coverage of enforcement operations, arrests of U.S. citizens and clashes between protesters and federal officials — could cost them their razor-thin House majority.
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A new POLITICO poll underscores those worries: Nearly half of all Americans — 49 percent — say Trump’s mass deportation campaign is too aggressive, including 1 in 5 voters who backed the president in 2024. In a sign of growing discomfort among the president’s base, more than 1 in 3 Trump voters say that while they support the goals of his mass deportation campaign, they disapprove of the way he is implementing it.
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“ICE should focus on the bad hombres. The bad hombres, that’s it, not the cleaning ladies,” said Rep. Maria Salazar (R-Fla.). “One thing is the gardeners, another thing is the gangsters. One thing is the cooks, the other thing is the coyotes.”
During his first administration President Obama deported more people per day than Trump. But he did so without generating a huge public backlash.
Are Trump’s policies really more controversial than those of other presidents or is the amateurish implementation of policies by his administration the real problem?
Whatever it is – he will need to change it. Otherwise he will lose much of his power at the end of this year.
Why is Trump causing its own downfall?
From DeDefensa.org : https://www.dedefensa.org/article/djt-ier-saucissonne-le-groenland-facon-rutte
It was initially assumed that Trump was incredibly stupid, but after analysis, this assumption gave way to something much worse.
• Extremely severe narcissistic personality disorder (megalomania, total loss of contact with reality in favor of an overbid of greatness, sickly dependence on constant agitation, exceptional self-sufficiency and aggressive hostility towards points of view and opposing interests).
• Significant cognitive impairment (fundamental inability to focus and maintain attention, analyze, understand and plan strategically; fundamental inability to assess the consequences of one’s actions).
• Simplification and primitivization of vocabulary, with a painful overconcentration of superlative expressions and a profusion of simplistic slogans.
• Severe antisocial disorder (lack of empathy, principles and conscience, and propensity to transgress social norms for fleeting and illusory benefits).
• Perseveration syndrome or “scratched disc” (a typical and frequent senile disorder is characterized by the obsessive repetition of the same words, sentences or entire stories, even if the context of the conversation has changed). His speeches are made up of 10% greetings, 10% a stream of inconsistent words, 9% insults and provocations, 70% repetition of tired anecdotes about one’s own greatness and victories, and only 1% new information.
Tangential thinking is characterized by the inability to follow the thread of the conversation, the fact of constantly coming back on the same lines about one’s ‘past victories’.
As I mentioned previously, and it should be recalled, Trump, as a rule, can only read one or two pages of text, which is confirmed by almost the entire campaign team from 2016 to 2020. That is why intelligence services have often had to simplify reports to make them accessible to an undiscerning public (concise theses, images, a minimum of numbers and simple logic on one or two pages).
In terms of understanding the world and its evolution, Trump has the level of a child aged 11 to 13, with frequent tantrums worthy of an unruly child aged 5 to 7. (inability to control his emotions and intentions, with a sudden and intense demand to get what he wants).
Trump is unable to learn, analyze and plan – it was already the case, but it has become absolute.
Trump does not suffer from a sadistic personality disorder, and he is neither a murderer nor a warrior, contrary to what his archetype suggests. He does not relish direct violence or murder, unlike most dictators.
Trump is not an ideologue. For him, the tools of greatness come down to fictitious schemes, a feeling of absolute control, communication, demonstrations of force and an incessant flow of money. It is the process itself that attracts him.
Trump is an astonishingly stupid individual, but also a vindictive and morbid narcissist, suffering from acute megalomania. He is an unscrupulous businessman, with pronounced fraudulent tendencies, but also of great cowardice.
At the slightest objection, Trump immediately steps back. He only respects the strong and despises the weak.
And here comes the president of the United States. We are currently living in a real asylum.
Posted by: scc | Feb 2 2026 13:12 utc | 530
Narcissistic Dementia is a well documented and observed pathology among seniors. As Narcissists become older, their narcissistic tendencies become more exaggerated. ND has specific language and behavioral manifestations. Trump’s recent public persona (2025) and advancement into ND has become frightening and chaotic. His inconsistent behavior in upholding international law is contrary to his sworn duty to uphold the Constitution of the United States. International law treaties are a continuation of constitutional law previously enacted. Because of Trump’s growing narcissistic dementia, the choice may become necessary to remove him from office via the 25th Amendment to prevent the unraveling of constitutional law and international treaties or much worse.
What are the ND Traits to Watch Out For?
When individuals like Trump continuously show historically strong narcissistic traits, as they develop dementia, their core personality features often don’t disappear. Instead you see cognitive decline, loss of inhibition, and lack of empathy through the lens of the mental disorder(See MMPI Narcissistic Behavior Disorder). Poor self-regulation, personal aggrandizement and impulse control tend to exaggerate or amplify with ND.
This is particularly challenging in political situations as the narcissistic behaviors aggravate international tensions and trust. Donald Trump’s longstanding patterns of narcissism have become more intense, less filtered, and combined with dementia-related lack of self control and impaired self awareness. This leads to his unique behavioral symptoms.
In Trump’s case, you can see when narcissistic symptoms are exaggerated they clash with sensible governance. Other world leaders become caregivers lost in the fog of Trump’s advancing dementia laden narcissistic governing.You either set boundaries, or take Trump’s rantings and behavior as normal, making yourself resemble the character’s surrounding Chance in the movie “Being There”. As a world leader, you either set boundaries or become a facet of Trump’s disordered intellectual descent.
Behavioral and linguistic markers for narcissism have been well studied. More recently, large language models have been used to track overall narcissistic established traits in real time using recorded media. These traits are enhanced with Trump’s Narcissistic Dementia. I have outlined a few of the traits and show you Trump’s exaggerated narcissism in his second term, compared to his first term. The following first and second term trait analysis combines multiple studies and methods using GROK AI references of over 400 websites, containing many speeches and executive actions evaluated for narcissistic traits.
TRAIT: Intensified Entitlement and Demands
Intensified entitlement and demands: The person may become extremely demanding, expecting constant attention, special treatment, or immediate compliance, with little regard for others’ needs (lack of empathy) or exhaustion. This stems from lifelong entitlement amplified by frustration over reduced ability to think through situations.
First Term Examples (2017-2021)
During this period, Trump’s entitlement often manifested in expectations of loyalty and compliance from subordinates, with demands for praise or special accommodations. He was described as more cautious in language and quicker to praise allies when it served him.
- Demanding loyalty oaths and firings: Trump reportedly expected unwavering loyalty from cabinet members and officials, firing those who didn’t comply immediately (e.g., dismissing FBI Director James Comey in 2017 after perceived disloyalty over the Russia investigation). This showed little regard for others’ professional autonomy or the exhaustion of constant scrutiny.
- Expecting special treatment in briefings: Accounts from aides (e.g., in books like Bob Woodward’s Fear) describe Trump demanding simplified, praise-filled intelligence briefings, interrupting or dismissing complex details if they didn’t align with his views, reflecting entitlement to tailored information without regard for experts’ efforts.
- Public demands for attention: At rallies and press conferences, Trump often extended events beyond schedule, expecting crowds and media to hang on his every word, sometimes berating reporters for “fake news” if they challenged him, demonstrating a need for constant validation.
Second Term Examples (2025-Present)
In the second term, reports indicate heightened persistence in personal views, a stronger sense of “destiny” (e.g., as a “god-sent savior”), and less inhibition, leading to more impulsive demands. Incidents show amplified disregard for others, potentially fueled by frustration over aging or autonomy loss (e.g., rambling speeches drifting off-topic).
- Impulsive policy announcements and executive orders: Trump issued sweeping executive orders early in 2025 (e.g., on DEI programs and gender ideology), demanding immediate federal compliance to “restore merit” without broad consultation, overriding existing policies with little regard for affected employees’ or agencies’ workloads. This reflects intensified entitlement to reshape government on personal terms.
- Shifting events to personal narratives: At a 2025 McDonald’s franchise owners summit, Trump diverted his speech to mimic Israeli missiles and boast about Middle East peace, ignoring the audience’s focus on business issues and demanding their attention for his unrelated impressions. This shows disregard for others’ needs, amplified by unchecked tangents.
- On-the-spot demands during photo-ops: In a 2025 event with Elon Musk, Trump announced buying a Tesla impulsively, praising it as a “great product” and tying it to government efficiency, expecting immediate alignment from aides and the public without considering broader implications or others’ input.
- Unannounced disruptions: Trump took an unscheduled White House roof stroll in 2025, shouting at reporters and quipping about building a missile defense system, demanding media focus on his whims despite security and staff exhaustion.
- Enforcement data sharing: Policies like sharing Medicaid enrollee data with immigration enforcement in 2025 demanded compliance from health agencies, ignoring privacy concerns and potential exhaustion for providers dealing with fallout.
TRAIT: Heightened Manipulation and Control Attempts
Heightened manipulation and control attempts — Even as memory and judgment decline, attempts to manipulate surrounding support systems (e.g., guilt-tripping, playing the victim, or pitting people against each other) often persist or worsen due to reduced inhibitions. They may accuse others of betrayal, theft, or neglect to regain a sense of control.
First Term Examples (2017-2021)
During this period, Trump’s manipulation often involved leveraging power to enforce loyalty, distort reality, and control outcomes, with tactics like gaslighting or creating dependency.
- Demanding loyalty and accusing betrayal: Trump frequently required oaths of loyalty from officials, firing those perceived as disloyal (e.g., dismissing FBI Director James Comey in 2017 over the Russia probe, framing it as betrayal while playing the victim of a “witch hunt”). This pitted aides against each other and manipulated public perception through accusations of neglect or conspiracy.
- Gaslighting and reality distortion: He routinely labeled unfavorable reports as “fake news,” accusing media and opponents of betrayal or theft of truth to control the narrative (e.g., denying Russian election interference despite intelligence consensus, guilt-tripping supporters into doubting facts).
- Creating dependency through harm and mercy: Trump inflicted policies like tariffs or aid withdrawals on allies, then mitigated them magnanimously, manipulating recipients into debt and compliance (e.g., trade wars with farmers, followed by subsidies, pitting economic groups against critics).
- Pitting people against each other: In cabinet meetings or rallies, he encouraged infighting by praising loyalists while denigrating others as “losers” or betrayers, maintaining control through division.
Second Term Examples (2025-2026)
In the current term, analyses describe heightened impulsivity and a “monarchic mindset,” with more blatant expectations of deference, flattery, and personal control, potentially worsened by reduced judgment or memory issues leading to unchecked tactics. Behaviors appear more persistent, with less regard for consequences.
- Transactional relationships and flattery demands: Trump treats global politics as a “court,” manipulating leaders through personal deals and expecting loyalty (e.g., abrupt policy shifts on allies, accusing non-compliant ones of betrayal while guilt-tripping supporters into viewing critics as neglectful).
- Exploiting divisions for control: He continues pitting groups against each other, but more overtly (e.g., executive actions targeting opponents, framing them as victimizing him or America, to rally base through accusations of theft or conspiracy).
- Manipulative narrative control: Increased use of mind games like reality distortion, lashing out at perceived slights with claims of neglect (e.g., denigrating adversaries in meetings, using sadistic punishment tactics to enforce compliance).
- Impulsive intimidation: Reports note more frequent bullying and exploitation, such as using flattery or threats to manipulate outcomes without empathy. An example is the random use of tariffs and sanctions.
TRAIT: Increased Criticism, Blame-Shifting, and Lack of Empathy
Increased criticism, blame-shifting, and lack of empathy — Persons with ND may become more critical, blaming caregivers for their own forgetfulness, limitations, or discomfort. Empathy, already diminished in NPD, is further eroded by dementia-related brain changes, making it harder for them to acknowledge others’ efforts or feelings.
First Term Examples (2017-2021)
In this period, Trump’s criticism often targeted institutions or individuals seen as threats, with blame-shifting to avoid accountability (e.g., for policy failures or scandals) and limited empathy evident in responses to crises or affected groups. Tactics were strategic but drew significant backlash.
- Blaming predecessors and opponents: Trump frequently shifted responsibility for economic or security issues to Obama or Democrats, e.g., claiming inherited “a mess” in 2017 speeches, while downplaying his administration’s role in early COVID-19 mishandling by blaming China or the WHO without acknowledging U.S. preparedness gaps.
- Media and institutional criticism: He labeled critical press as “fake news” or “enemies of the people,” accusing them of betrayal and bias (e.g., over 2,000 such attacks documented by press watchdogs), showing little empathy for journalists’ roles or the impact on public trust.
- Policy-related lack of empathy: Family separation at the border (2018 “zero tolerance” policy) involved detaining children, with Trump blaming immigrants or Democrats for the crisis rather than recognizing humanitarian fallout; he later claimed “they’re not their parents” in defenses, minimizing emotional harm.
- Internal blame-shifting: Firings of officials like Comey or Sessions were framed as responses to disloyalty or incompetence, pitting aides against each other without regard for their efforts or the chaos caused.
Second Term Examples (2025-2026)
One year in, analyses describe heightened impunity due to loyalist staffing, leading to more blatant criticism, rapid blame assignment (even to allies), and policies disregarding widespread suffering. This aligns with reduced empathy, as actions prioritize personal or ideological wins over acknowledgment of impacts.
- Persistent blame-shifting to past administrations and groups: Trump continues attributing issues like inflation or border challenges to Biden, Democrats, migrants, Obama, Clinton, the EU, Ukraine, China, Canada, and others, e.g., in 2025-2026 speeches blaming “stupid people in leadership” (like Minnesota officials) for resisting policies, without owning implementation hurdles.
- Intensified criticism of allies and institutions: He has belittled Republicans like DeSantis and Massie as disloyal, threatened private businesses (e.g., Walmart, Apple), the Federal Reserve, and SCOTUS, and disparaged veterans/federal employees, showing disregard for their service. Foreign policy involves criticizing allies while praising adversaries, eroding confidence without empathy for diplomatic fallout.
- Lack of empathy in policy impacts: Mass deportations, Medicaid/SNAP cuts, and family separations have been described as “cruel” and “reckless,” with Trump framing critics as enablers of “murders, drug dealers, the mentally insane” without acknowledging human costs like higher health expenses or economic strain (e.g., egg prices up 40%, slowest stock growth). Press repression has escalated, with attacks on media leading to “Trump Exhaustion Syndrome,” where public dismay fades without strong resistance.
- Norm-breaking without acknowledgment: Unauthorized strikes, politicized DOJ, defunding universities, and altered government data are normalized, with blame shifted to “woke” elements rather than recognizing broader societal exhaustion or harm.
TRAIT: Exaggerated Paranoia and Suspicion
Dementia often brings paranoia, but in narcissistic individuals, this can intensify into accusations that others are plotting against them, stealing from them, or undermining their superiority/status.
First Term Examples (2017-2021)
During this period, Trump’s paranoia manifested in conspiracy-laden narratives targeting institutions, media, and officials, often accusing them of orchestrated plots to undermine him. These were strategic but drew from a “paranoid style” that galvanized supporters.
- Deep state conspiracies: Trump frequently invoked a “deep state” within government agencies plotting against him, e.g., in 2017 tweets and statements blaming leaks and investigations on a shadowy cabal intent on sabotaging his presidency. This included suspicions of FBI and intelligence officials stealing his authority or status.
- Witch hunt accusations: He labeled the Russia election interference probe a “witch hunt” orchestrated by Democrats and the media to steal the 2016 victory, accusing investigators of betrayal and plotting (e.g., firing Comey in 2017 while framing it as part of a conspiracy). Similar claims extended to impeachments, portraying them as plots to undermine his superiority.
- Obsession with leaks and polygraphs: Paranoia about internal betrayals led to repeated calls for lie detector tests on White House staff in 2019, suspecting aides of stealing information or plotting disloyalty.
- Anti-immigrant rhetoric as invasion plots: Trump accused immigrants and opponents of plotting an “invasion” to erode American status, fueling suspicions of broader conspiracies.
Second Term Examples (2025-2026)
In the current term, paranoia appears more intensified, with broader accusations of plots, including against former allies, institutions, and even unrelated figures, often tied to a “monarchic” mindset where disagreement equals betrayal. This includes purges and rhetoric stoking fears of ongoing conspiracies, potentially less filtered due to loyalist dominance.
- National security loyalty purges: Trump has conducted shake-ups, driven by paranoia about leaks and disloyalty persisting from his first term, accusing officials of plotting against him and undermining his status (e.g., 2025 actions reflecting distrust of expertise).
- Conspiracy theories and paranoid style: Analyses note Trump’s ride on MAGA’s “paranoid style,” with 2025 incidents like invoking conspiracies around Epstein or other events, suspecting uncontrollable plots against his power. Recent X discussions echo this, with supporters framing groups like Patriot Front as “deep state” plots to discredit him.
- Campaign against perceived enemies: The administration’s “relentless campaign” against critics is described as narcissism compounded by paranoia, where disagreement is seen as betrayal or plotting (e.g., 2025-2026 actions viewing institutions as threats). This includes suspicions of “deep state” subversion in areas like geoengineering or funding.
- TDS accusations and personal plots: In December 2025, Trump suggested Rob Reiner’s death was due to “Trump Derangement Syndrome” fueled by “paranoia,” projecting suspicions onto critics while accusing them of obsessive plotting against him. Broader rhetoric includes claims of ongoing “witch hunts” or cabals stealing his achievements.
- Foreign and domestic suspicions: Continued framing of allies or groups as part of plots, e.g., in 2026 calls for investigations into perceived deep state operations.
TRAIT: Amplified Grandiosity, Self-referential Behavior, or Denial
Amplified grandiosity, self-referential behavior, or denial — Some display more overt grandiosity (e.g., insisting on being treated as superior) or strong denial of their cognitive decline, refusing help or medical advice because it threatens their self-image.
First Term Examples (2017-2021)
Trump’s grandiosity often involved exaggerated claims of success and superiority, self-referential framing of policies as personal triumphs, and denial of criticisms or setbacks, portraying them as attacks on his exceptionalism.
- Grandiosity and insistence on superiority: Trump frequently boasted of unmatched achievements, such as claiming the largest inauguration crowd ever (despite evidence otherwise) or declaring himself a “stable genius” with unparalleled knowledge on topics like ISIS or taxes. He demanded admiration, e.g., in cabinet meetings where officials praised him effusively, reinforcing his self-image as superior.
- Self-referential behavior: Policies and events were often tied to his persona, e.g., framing trade deals or tax cuts as “Trump victories” rather than national efforts, or using rallies to recount personal anecdotes of winning and dominance, making governance about his exploits.
- Denial of limitations or advice: He dismissed expert input, e.g., denying climate change science or COVID-19 severity early on, refusing masks or briefings that contradicted his views. Investigations like the Russia probe were called “hoaxes,” denying any personal flaws while lashing out at feedback as “fake news.” These traits were strategic, fueling his base, but tempered by institutional resistance.
Second Term Examples (2025-2026)
In the ongoing term, grandiosity has escalated to hyperbolic claims, self-referential acts dominate decisions, and denial appears more rigid, with observers noting erratic rants, dozing incidents, and fabricated stories dismissed as strength.
- Amplified grandiosity and superiority: Trump has claimed his administration outperforms any in history, boasting he could beat George Washington and Abraham Lincoln in an election by 25 points, or declaring himself the “greatest president” while renaming landmarks like the Kennedy Center after himself. He demands flattery from world leaders and insists on Nobel Prize recognition for “ending wars” (e.g., 6, then 7, then 10), fueling a messianic self-image.
- Heightened self-referential behavior: Decisions are ego-driven, e.g., tariffs on allies seen as “exploitation” of him, or tying U.S. identity to his (“we’re saving our country” as personal salvation). Speeches drift to personal boasts, like MIT uncle anecdotes or peace deals as “Trump exploits,” making policy about eternal memorability.
- Stronger denial of decline or advice: Amid reports of dozing in meetings, off-topic rants, and fabricated stories (e.g., uncle teaching the Unabomber), Trump denies any issues, reaffirming “fitness” and firing dissenters (e.g., FBI staff on Jan. 6 cases). He rejects economic data or criticisms as hoaxes, insisting on unchallenged superiority.
The Cognitive Test Trump Couldn’t Survive.
The primary test Trump claims perfect cognitive score on is the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), a 10-15 minute screening tool for mild cognitive impairment or early signs of dementia (not a full diagnostic exam or IQ test). He has not taken the more rigorous three hour Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory that would identify the degree of his Narcissism. The MMPI is often used in custody disputes. The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) is a proprietary psychological assessment tool, primarily administered by qualified professionals (e.g., psychologists or clinicians). Without further testing, the level of Trump’s dissociation from reality is really up to you to decide. No rigorous testing has been performed.
A good comparative example for you would be to observe and make a reasoned decision on Trump’s narcissistic dissociation using your own intuition. You can do this by comparing two speeches given at the World Economic Forum recently. I would compare the speech of Mark Carney to the speech by Donald Trump ignoring the political content. That will give you some idea of Trump’s narcissistic dissociation based on what I have presented to you here.
Posted by: mongoboo | Feb 3 2026 1:01 utc | 532
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