This Republican has struck a nerve with Democrats. They may never recover from their anger.
And a leading Republican has put together a new bill that has Leftists losing their minds.
Unraveling the Mystery of “Trump Derangement Syndrome”: A Call for Scientific Inquiry
In a move to dissect a phenomenon that has gripped American politics, Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH) has introduced a provocative piece of legislation aimed at exploring the roots of what has been dubbed “Trump Derangement Syndrome” (TDS). The “Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS) Research Act of 2025” tasks the National Institutes of Health (NIH) with diving into the psychological and social currents behind the intense reactions to President Donald Trump, a figure whose larger-than-life presence has sparked both fervent loyalty and visceral opposition.
The proposed bill highlights that “early documented references” to TDS surfaced during Trump’s 2016 campaign, when his unfiltered style and polarizing rhetoric began to dominate headlines. Media coverage at the time, the legislation notes, often amplified these charged responses, creating a feedback loop of outrage and devotion.
Yet, despite its cultural prominence, the bill argues that the origins of TDS remain a puzzle, with little formal study to pinpoint when or how it first took hold. One of the act’s key goals is to trace the “patient zero” of TDS—those earliest cases that set the stage for this political lightning rod—through historical and social analysis.
Trump’s bombastic persona has long made him a magnet for controversy. His supporters see him as a truth-teller shaking up a stagnant system, while his critics have at times veered into extreme territory, with some labeling his base a “Trump crime cult” bent on chaos or warning that his influence threatens lives.
In Congress, the fervor has manifested in relentless impeachment efforts, with Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) recently quipping, “It’s a day that ends in ‘-Y’, which means liberal Democrats are again trying to impeach [the president] for delivering the will of the people.” He added, “TDS is strong. MAGA is stronger.”
The stakes escalated last year when Trump faced two assassination attempts during his campaign for a second term, emphasizing the dangerous edge of political division. Davidson’s bill seeks to probe the psychological and behavioral impacts of TDS, examining factors like media saturation and partisan divides, while also exploring potential coping strategies to temper its effects.
“TDS has divided families, the country, and led to nationwide violence—including two assassination attempts on President Trump,” Davidson stated. “The TDS Research Act would require the NIH to study this toxic state of mind, so we can understand the root cause and identify solutions.”
The legislation also takes a swipe at what Davidson sees as the NIH’s misplaced priorities, urging the agency to redirect funds from studies like “giving methamphetamine to cats or teaching monkeys to gamble for their drinking water” toward research with real-world relevance.
Rep. Barry Moore (R-AL), an early co-sponsor, echoed this sentiment, calling TDS an “epidemic on the Left” that has fueled unrest and even violence. “Rep. Davidson’s common-sense bill will use already appropriated funds on an NIH study that can make a difference,” Moore said.
Under the bill, the NIH director would work with other federal agencies, academic institutions, and organizations to conduct the research, delivering a report to Congress within two years on findings, progress, and recommendations for further study or public health measures. According to Davidson’s office, the legislation would rely on existing NIH resources, requiring no additional taxpayer funds.
The Left’s Obsession: A Closer Look at TDS
For many on the Right, “Trump Derangement Syndrome” is more than a catchy phrase—it’s a lens through which they view the Left’s unrelenting fixation on Donald Trump. Since his emergence on the political stage, Trump has been a lightning rod, eliciting reactions that range from reasoned critique to what conservatives describe as unhinged obsession. This phenomenon, they argue, has driven some liberals to prioritize opposition to Trump above all else, even at the expense of policy discussions or national unity.
The term TDS gained traction as observers noted how Trump’s every action—tweets, speeches, or policy moves—seemed to trigger disproportionate outrage among his detractors. From breathless media coverage to social media meltdowns, the Left’s response often appeared less about specific grievances and more about a visceral rejection of Trump himself. This fixation, critics contend, has clouded judgment, leading to hyperbolic claims, such as equating Trump’s movement to a cult or predicting apocalyptic consequences from his leadership.
The consequences of this mindset have been stark. Beyond the political theater of repeated impeachment pushes, TDS has been blamed for deepening societal rifts, with families and friendships strained over irreconcilable views on Trump.
The assassination attempts in 2024 only heightened concerns, with some pointing to overheated rhetoric as a catalyst for violence. For conservatives, these events are evidence of a pathology that demands study—not just to understand its roots but to prevent further escalation.
Davidson’s bill, while framed as a scientific inquiry, also serves as a political statement, spotlighting what many on the Right see as a uniquely liberal affliction. By calling for the NIH to investigate TDS, the legislation aims to hold a mirror to the Left’s behavior, challenging them to confront the intensity of their anti-Trump fervor. Whether the bill passes or not, it has already reignited debate about the psychological toll of America’s polarized era.
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