Donald Trump Reportedly Worried He Could Develop Dementia Like His Father

President Donald Trump, despite his global influence, reportedly has concerns about his own health, particularly the risk of developing dementia as he ages.

Timothy L. O’Brien, senior executive editor at Bloomberg Opinion, stated that Trump is increasingly worried about following a similar path to his late father, Fred Trump, who suffered from dementia.

O’Brien shared these insights on May 3 during an appearance on MSNBC’s The Weekend: Prime Time, noting that Trump, 78, is currently serving his second term and has hinted at exploring a potential third run.

While the 22nd Amendment prohibits anyone from serving more than two terms as president, speculation remains that Trump is seeking ways to keep his political ambitions alive.

O’Brien suggested Trump’s motivations are rooted in either self-preservation or self-aggrandizement, joking that he “would love to live until he’s 300” and might wish to remain president for centuries if possible.

The journalist also highlighted that Trump fears experiencing cognitive decline similar to his father’s, who developed Alzheimer’s and dementia in his later years but continued to work actively in real estate until shortly before his death at 93.

O’Brien noted changes in Trump’s demeanor, observing that he now appears more fatigued, sometimes slurring his words, and less visibly enthusiastic, suggesting that part of his drive for power may be tied to staying in the public eye and avoiding legal consequences rather than purely political ambition.