Minnesota Senate Republicans have triggered intense backlash by introducing a bill to officially classify “Trump Derangement Syndrome” (TDS) as a diagnosable mental illness. The proposed legislation claims the condition involves “acute paranoia” in response to Donald Trump’s presidency and policies.
The bill defines symptoms of TDS as “Trump-induced general hysteria,” making it hard for individuals to distinguish between valid policy disagreements and imagined psychological flaws in Trump himself. It further describes TDS as manifesting through aggressive outbursts, verbal hostility towards Trump, and violent behavior against his supporters or symbols.
Critics argue the bill blurs lines between political dissent and mental health, raising concerns about its possible legal or medical misuse.
Online, reactions ranged from amusement to alarm. Social media users joked about seeking treatment or questioned the rationale behind such a classification. Some noted the irony, with one quipping, “They made it a real thing!” while others speculated sarcastically about how the left might react.
This latest move reignites debates over free speech, political expression, and the weaponization of psychiatric diagnoses, drawing national attention beyond Minnesota.
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