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Psychologist Warns Trump’s Tests May Signal Cognitive Decline

12/22/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces psychologist Dr. John Gartner's claim that frequent cognitive assessments may monitor a health issue rather than initial evaluations.
Gartner says Trump's repeated assertions of passing cognitive tests signal potential cognitive decline.
He says the three Montreal Cognitive Assessments are not diagnostic but track progression of dementia or strokes.
He emphasizes evaluating individuals against their baseline mental status, noting a "change of some kind" in Trump.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces psychologist Dr. John Gartner's claim that frequent cognitive assessments may monitor a health issue rather than initial evaluations.
Gartner says Trump's repeated assertions of passing cognitive tests signal potential cognitive decline.
He says the three Montreal Cognitive Assessments are not diagnostic but track progression of dementia or strokes.
He emphasizes evaluating individuals against their baseline mental status, noting a "change of some kind" in Trump.