Fresh concerns have been raised about the health and stability of US President Donald Trump after his niece, Mary Trump, claimed he is “losing it” — suggesting his recent erratic behaviour may point to a significant cognitive decline.
Mary Trump, a psychologist and long-time critic of the President, posted a video online in which she accused the 79-year-old of displaying signs of mental and emotional deterioration. The timing of her comments comes just months after Trump returned to the White House for an unprecedented second term — and amid growing scrutiny over his public appearances and decision-making.
In the six months since his re-election, the former real estate mogul has sparked outrage with a string of controversial policies, ranging from sweeping immigration crackdowns to aggressive new tariffs known as “Liberation Day” duties. The fallout from these decisions has included protests in major US cities and diplomatic rows abroad.
But for Mary, the bigger issue may be Trump’s state of mind — and whether he is fit to serve.
In her video, she referenced a string of bizarre recent incidents, including the President reportedly being seen on the roof of the White House “for no clear reason,” and his public suggestion that the US might install a nuclear reactor on the moon. She said these were not just political stunts, but potential warning signs of something more serious.
“We’ve all become used to the fact that every time Donald stumbles, rambles, forgets people’s names, wanders off the stage, or just pulls made-up facts out of thin air — in other words, lies — people on the right pass it off as if these are just fun little quirks of their dear leader,” Mary said.
“But every single day Donald Trump appears to be losing it.”
Medical Red Flags
While Trump has repeatedly boasted about his physical health and stamina, questions were raised last month after he was seen with heavy bruising on his hand and noticeable swelling in his legs. The White House later confirmed he was suffering from chronic venous insufficiency — a condition that restricts blood flow in the lower limbs.
Now, with public attention shifting from physical to mental health, Trump’s team has remained tight-lipped. There has been no official statement addressing Mary Trump’s comments or speculation about the President’s cognitive state.
Mary, however, pulled no punches.
“There he was on the roof of the White House in the middle of a Tuesday afternoon — doing what exactly? Nobody knows. I don’t believe he knows,” she said.
“Maybe he was looking for his health care plan up there.”
She went on to suggest that the President could be suffering from a form of dementia, although she stressed she was not offering a clinical diagnosis. “Could it be something like frontotemporal dementia? Could it simply be cognitive decline due to his advanced age and very poor physical health?” she asked. “Again, not mutually exclusive. And I’m not saying it’s one thing or another because I don’t have access to him. But I’m a human being who observes things — and nobody who’s telling the truth would say any of this is normal or acceptable.”
Public Reaction and Political Ramifications
While Trump’s most loyal supporters have so far dismissed the speculation, online reactions suggest a growing unease — even among some on the right.
Clips of the President appearing confused during public speeches have been widely shared, alongside video of him pointing skyward and waving while standing on the White House roof. Commentators have described the optics as “bizarre,” while critics say the administration appears to be losing control of the narrative.
One political analyst said the silence from Trump’s camp is “deafening,” adding, “If the President’s own niece — a trained psychologist — is sounding the alarm, it’s only a matter of time before even his allies start to ask tough questions.”
Mary’s video has been widely circulated on social media, racking up hundreds of thousands of views in less than 24 hours. In it, she pleads with Americans not to ignore what she calls the obvious.
“Honestly, the only thing I can say at this point is — what the actual f***. Because we can’t pretend that any of this is okay. This is dangerous,” she said.
NASA, Nukes, and the Moon
Adding further confusion to the week’s headlines, US media reports have confirmed that NASA is indeed moving forward with plans to develop a small nuclear reactor for lunar use by 2030.
While this project has long been part of NASA’s strategic roadmap, the timing of Trump’s off-the-cuff comments about “powering the moon” led many to suspect he may have been referencing the programme without full understanding of its scope or purpose.
Some reports claim Trump has instructed aides to explore the “military benefits” of a permanent presence on the moon, though this has not been confirmed by the Pentagon.
Political Calculations Ahead of 2028
If Trump completes his current term, he will leave office at the age of 83 — older than any sitting president in US history. While the Constitution limits presidents to two terms, speculation has already begun about whether Trump would attempt a legal challenge or seek a “shadow role” beyond 2029, possibly backing a family member or loyalist successor.
Mary Trump’s latest comments will not derail the administration on their own — but they do add fuel to a growing fire. Several Democrats have already begun floating concerns about the President’s mental clarity, particularly in light of his unpredictable decision-making and public stumbles.
If more footage emerges — or if Trump himself makes further erratic appearances — the pressure on his aides to provide transparency will only increase.
For now, though, the White House remains silent. And Mary Trump’s warning hangs in the air.
“This is the President of the United States,” she said. “And no matter what side of the aisle you’re on, you should be worried.”