President Donald Trump has asserted that opposition to his policies is a 'disease' he termed 'Trump Derangement,' claiming it is an 'honor.' These remarks were made during an Oval Office event focused on new maternal health initiatives.
White House mocks critics with fake prescription
The White House's official X account subsequently posted a mock prescription for the non-existent condition, suggesting remedies like 'trusting in Trump' and avoiding 'fake news.' The post featured a satirical medical form, complete with dosage instructions and a signature line for the president.
Origin of the term
The term 'Trump Derangement Syndrome' is a modern adaptation of 'Bush Derangement Syndrome,' coined by conservative columnist Charles Krauthammer in 2003 to describe irrational opposition. President Trump has previously used the term to delegitimize opponents, including falsely attributing the death of director Rob Reiner to TDS.
During the event, the president also referred to himself as the 'GOAT' (Greatest of All Time) and claimed that those suffering from Trump Derangement Syndrome are 'actually very sick.' The mock prescription was widely shared on social media, drawing both criticism and support.
