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Psychologist Warns Trump’s Cognitive Decline Threatens National Security

10/23/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump, 79, is described by psychologist Dr. John Gartner as showing signs of dementia that worsen his malignant narcissism.
Gartner cites Trump's nonsensical speeches, memory lapses, and erratic patterns as indicators of cognitive decline and risk if he holds nuclear authority, including phonemic paraphasia.
Gartner warns that confusion could lead to catastrophic decisions given health issues like bruised hands and swollen ankles, with national security implications.

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U.S. President Donald Trump, 79, is described by psychologist Dr. John Gartner as showing signs of dementia that worsen his malignant narcissism.
Gartner cites Trump's nonsensical speeches, memory lapses, and erratic patterns as indicators of cognitive decline and risk if he holds nuclear authority, including phonemic paraphasia.
Gartner warns that confusion could lead to catastrophic decisions given health issues like bruised hands and swollen ankles, with national security implications.