A Reuters-Ipsos poll showed 61% of those surveyed agreed that President Trump has 'become erratic with age,' a sentiment 30% of Republican voters shared. The same poll suggested a drop in the percentage of Americans who agree that Trump is 'mentally sharp and able to deal with challenges,' from 54% in September 2023 to 45% in the latest survey. A Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll suggested majorities believed Trump doesn't possess either the physical health (51%) or mental sharpness (56%) to carry out his duties effectively. These findings reflect a deepening public divide over the president's capacity to govern, with polls suggesting the American public is increasingly concerned about Donald Trump's mental acuity and stamina.
In response, Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin has sponsored a bill that would give his party a blueprint on how to force President Donald Trump into taking a mental fitness exam. Raskin's bill would set up a commission to assess the President's fitness for office, pursuant to the 25th Amendment to the Constitution. The legislation would establish a bipartisan commission made up of 16 commissioners to carry out a medical examination of the President. It has been co-sponsored by 50 additional Democratic House members, signaling growing institutional concern within the opposition party.
However, Raskin's bill won't see the light of day unless Democrats take control of Congress after the November midterms and could be derailed by a Senate filibuster. This political reality underscores the steep hurdles facing any formal challenge to the president's fitness under the current congressional makeup, limiting its immediate prospects.
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Separately, Raskin made a public request to Trump's doctor, asking him to conduct a cognitive exam. Raskin cited expert warnings about signs consistent with dementia and cognitive decline, and expressed alarm about the president's public statements and behavior, directly appealing for medical evaluation.
Medical experts have echoed these concerns with alarming assessments. Psychologist Dr. John Gartner, a former professor at Johns Hopkins University, said Trump has been 'showing signs of frontotemporal dementia since 2019.' Dr. Gartner said Trump's deterioration is now accelerating so quickly that he is 'not the same man he was four weeks ago.' MS NOW medical analyst Dr. Vin Gupta wrote on X that the President is exhibiting all the signs of dementia, highlighting severe cognitive decline.
The White House has pushed back vigorously against these characterizations. Trump's doctor said in a memo last year that the president is in 'excellent health,' a claim the administration continues to uphold. The White House has also said the near-constant bruising on Trump's hand is due to his aspirin use and frequent handshaking. Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a fairly common condition among older adults that can cause swelling in the legs, addressing known medical conditions.
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Media scrutiny has intensified, with public figures openly questioning Trump's mental state. NBC host Katy Tur questioned Donald Trump's 'mental acuity' live on air, asking 'Is Donald Trump well?' This reflects a broader trend of journalists and commentators voicing concerns that were once relegated to private discussions, increasing public questioning.
Compounding these concerns is Trump's documented pattern of false statements. According to Washington Post fact-checkers, Trump lied or spread false information 30,573 times during his first four-year term, an average of 20 times per day. Insiders in Washington have become increasingly worried that President Donald Trump is 'insane,' according to an expert, indicating deep-seated concerns among political elites.
Trump's most recent physical was conducted last April, supplemented in December with advanced imaging described as 'preventative' by his doctor, providing context on recent medical evaluations.
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In a related development, a court halted Trump's White House East Wing ballroom renovation project this week pending congressional approval, showing external reactions to administration actions.
Several key unknowns persist amid this debate. The specific cognitive or medical tests Trump has undergone recently, and their detailed results, have not been disclosed by the White House. It is also unclear how many Republican lawmakers privately share concerns about Trump's mental fitness, and whether any will publicly support Raskin's bill or similar measures. The exact medical cause of the bruising on Trump's hand remains uncertain, and it is unknown if it has been fully evaluated by independent doctors.
Further unknowns include the extent to which Trump's alleged verbal slips and erratic behavior are affecting his decision-making on national security issues. The White House has not indicated whether it will release more comprehensive health records or allow an independent medical assessment to address public concerns.