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Former Lawyer: Trump's Mental Decline Worsening, Symptoms Alarming

4/17/2026

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Ty Cobb, former White House lawyer for Donald Trump, stated that Trump's mental decline has worsened since his first term.
During an MS NOW appearance, Cobb described symptoms of dementia, such as late-night rants and dozing off in meetings.
Cobb expressed concern over Trump's lack of guidance from former advisors Gen. John Kelly and Gen. James Mattis, suggesting potential manipulation of his decisions.
He contrasted Trump's "malignant narcissism" with Joe Biden's cognitive decline, claiming Trump's behavior is more destructive.
The Daily Beast has requested comments from the White House.

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Ty Cobb, former White House lawyer for Donald Trump, stated that Trump's mental decline has worsened since his first term.
During an MS NOW appearance, Cobb described symptoms of dementia, such as late-night rants and dozing off in meetings.
Cobb expressed concern over Trump's lack of guidance from former advisors Gen. John Kelly and Gen. James Mattis, suggesting potential manipulation of his decisions.
He contrasted Trump's "malignant narcissism" with Joe Biden's cognitive decline, claiming Trump's behavior is more destructive.
The Daily Beast has requested comments from the White House.