Trump Releases AI Video Mocking Critics With 'Trump Derangement Syndrome' Diagnosis

On July 2, 2026, former U.S. President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated video on his Truth Social account portraying himself as "Dr. Trump" diagnosing several Hollywood critics with "Trump Derangement Syndrome" (TDS), a term he and his supporters use to describe obsessive hostility toward him. The video features AI versions of celebrities including Rosie O'Donnell, Whoopi Goldberg, Robert De Niro, Julia Roberts, John Leguizamo, and Edward Norton, depicting them as suffering from this fictional syndrome.

In the video, "Dr. Trump" offers a mock treatment plan, urging viewers to "turn off fake news," pray, and drink Diet Coke as a remedy for TDS. The AI-generated testimonials from the celebrities claim the syndrome has negatively impacted their lives, with De Niro's AI stating it caused him anger, insomnia, and professional setbacks. The video was also shared on Trump's official X (formerly Twitter) page, garnering millions of views within hours.

Trump has previously referred to TDS as a real medical condition, including at a White House event in May 2026. After the December 2025 murder of director and actor Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle, Trump blamed their deaths on the "crippling brain disease" of TDS, according to a post on Truth Social. This latest video continues his pattern of using the term to discredit critics and frame opposition as irrational or mentally unwell.

The AI video blends satire with political messaging, using deepfake technology to amplify Trump's narrative about his opponents. It reflects ongoing tensions between Trump and prominent Hollywood figures who have been vocal critics of his policies and persona. The video’s wide circulation on social media highlights the evolving use of AI in political communication and propaganda.