By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Following the New York Times’ report, which highlighted the former president’s perceived grogginess and rambling, Trump responded with a post early Wednesday morning. In his statement, he refuted the claims, touting his accomplishments and attacking the publication. Trump argued his administration had brought down inflation, revitalized the economy, and restored global respect for the country. He concluded by asserting his tireless work ethic directly contradicted the report’s implications of diminished energy.
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Trump fuming over a New York Times story documenting his physical decline? Well, color me unsurprised. Honestly, the man has always seemed like a ticking time bomb, both physically and mentally. The truth is, he was arguably never fit for the job, not just because of the well-documented personality flaws and history of questionable actions, but now, increasingly, because of his apparent physical frailty. The fact that he’s reacting so predictably to the story just reinforces the narrative. It’s like watching a toddler have a tantrum. The man is predictably prone to fits, and he’s aging. It’s a formula for disaster.
The irony isn’t lost on me that this story is focusing on his physical condition. We’ve watched for years as people questioned Biden’s fitness, and now, the shoe is on the other foot. It’s a little… satisfying, to be honest. The constant complaints, the conspiracies, and the incessant focus on someone else’s shortcomings… and now, the tables have turned. We’re seeing what appears to be the beginning of the end, a slow decline fueled by poor health and a complete lack of self-awareness.
The details are telling, aren’t they? He hasn’t golfed in what seems like an eternity – for him, anyway. The idea of reduced executive time, and a schedule that seemingly revolves around a late start and early finish? It all paints a picture. And the constant complaining about what he perceives as unfair treatment, the outbursts, the rhetoric… it’s all part of the performance. He might not be able to handle the basic demands of the job, and they’ve likely had to modify his work to accommodate his limitations. The fact that the story is even being written is telling of how he’s perceived in a lot of places.
The world, sadly, will feel the long-term impacts of his policies for decades to come, which is something that shouldn’t be forgotten. But it’s hard not to feel a sense of relief, a certain anticipation for the day when the constant stream of his pronouncements, the endless cycle of outrage, finally ceases. It will be a welcome change, for sure. The whole thing is just a mess, and it seems that more and more people are seeing it for what it is.
The details coming out, the anecdotal evidence… it all adds up. The visible mental decline, the physical deterioration, it’s all there for anyone to see. And yet, there’s still a segment of the population that seems to either be in denial or simply doesn’t care. It’s hard to understand. The idea that this is even a debate is astonishing. His actions speak for themselves, and his response to this NYT article confirms it.
And let’s be honest, his mortality is a point in his favor, right? It’s kind of the only thing. He is not fit for the role. With his health issues, the memory problems, he really should be in a place where he can be cared for. The fact that he may actually face some consequences for his behavior, be it justice or just the ravages of old age, is a small bit of solace in this mess.
The reality of the situation is clear to anyone paying attention. The modifications made to accommodate his limitations, the extended executive time, the late starts… it all speaks volumes. It’s hard to imagine anyone could honestly say he’s capable of handling the demands of the presidency at this point. The constant flow of vitriol and outrage from him just reinforces it.
It’s astonishing how little some people seem to care. The NYT, despite its failings in the past, is simply reporting what’s right in front of everyone’s faces. It’s almost sad that this is even news, and not just common knowledge. There are many people that did not vote or voted for him. He isn’t fit to walk anywhere, let alone run the country. The truth hurts, especially when it’s as obvious as this.