By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Donald Trump frequently uses the word “hoax” to dismiss criticisms and investigations against him, suggesting a pattern of self-incrimination through psychological projection. This usage of the term, derived from “hocus pocus,” reflects his history as a self-promoting figure with a past marred by accusations of fraud and misconduct. Trump’s actions, from his business dealings to his political rhetoric, consistently demonstrate his tendency to divert attention from his own failures and shortcomings. Ultimately, the article suggests that Trump’s entire persona and actions embody the very definition of a hoax.
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For Trump, everything’s a “hoax.” It’s pure projection.
The sheer volume of times Donald Trump has deployed the word “hoax” is staggering, a linguistic pattern as predictable as the rising sun. From investigations into his alleged ties to Russia, to the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, and even the basic affordability of necessities, the label gets slapped on anything that challenges his narrative. His impeachments? You guessed it – more hoaxes. This isn’t just a casual habit; it’s a fundamental aspect of his communication strategy, a clear indication of a psychological mechanism at play: projection.
Trump, in essence, is accusing others of the very things he himself is engaged in. He is the hoax. A master of distraction, a lifelong con man, he embodies the very essence of the deception he so readily attributes to others. Consider his history: a real estate developer who benefited from public funds, a businessman built on the scaffolding of reality television, a university and foundation plagued by scandal, and a history of allegations of sexual misconduct. He has, in almost every facet of his public and private life, proven himself to be something other than what he presents.
When Trump, flag in hand, attempts to display his patriotism or boasts of passing basic mental competence tests, it’s a clear signal to examine the accusations. The phrase, “the lady doth protest too much, methinks,” comes to mind. He repeatedly labels his perceived opponents as enemies, a tactic designed to sow discord and deflect attention from his own shortcomings. He endlessly promotes grand plans that never come to fruition and often struggles to follow through on even the simplest promises. He operates on diversion, an endless stream of golf outings and rhetorical flourishes, all while the real work of leadership seemingly falls by the wayside.
The core of Trump’s strategy lies in the art of the big lie. He claims to be the great negotiator and deal-maker, the champion of the working class, but his actions often tell a different story. His economic pronouncements are questionable, and his policies have often favored the wealthy. The truth is, that he himself is the hoax. It’s a method of controlling the narrative, of undermining any criticism by simply dismissing it as “fake” or a “hoax.” The tactic is simple: if something challenges his narrative, label it as false. It is also an admission of his own wrongdoings.
The core of Trump’s appeal, and his strategy, is that he is the hoax. When he claims that his political opponents and the media are out to get him, he’s projecting. His supporters see what they want to see, and they willingly ignore any contradiction to their beliefs. Trump’s supporters don’t want to accept that they’ve done something wrong. The bright side is his Teflon coating is starting to rust. His supporters support Trump because they want to inflict pain on those around them that they hate and they want others to suffer as it makes them feel better about their massive shortcomings.
There’s a fundamental shift in perception that’s occurring. When everything is labeled a “hoax,” the word loses its meaning. The constant barrage of deception leads to a breakdown of objective reality. The supporters have a simplistic belief system, making it easier for them to believe what he says. It’s safe for his supporters to believe that than thinking they enabled treason and pedophilia. This is the definition of Trump’s big lie.
It is projection. The act of accusing others of that which he is guilty. It’s a psychological trick to sow doubt and to take advantage of those who trust him. He asserts that he is smarter than the generals, better on the economy, and well-versed in the law. Trump’s primary strategy has been and continues to be an effort to discredit and destroy any person or institution that would reveal the truth about him.
And, of course, the people who have been taken in. In every way one can imagine, as a man, husband, father, patriot, leader, Christian, tough guy, smart guy, Trump has proven himself time and again to simply be a hoax. The most tragic part is that he doesn’t have to do anything.
This is a man who should have been in jail long before he had a chance to run for president. It’s a cult of personality. They think they’re special and the rules don’t apply to them. If he’s talking about himself, everything is the best ever. If it’s anyone he doesn’t like, they are the worst. It’s a simple test of loyalty. Trump says that which he is.