U.S. Rep. Warren Davidson representing Ohio's 8th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Warren Davidson representing Ohio's 8th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
Today, Rep. Warren Davidson introduced the Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS) Research Act of 2025 in Washington, D.C. The bill aims to direct the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to investigate the psychological and social roots of Trump Derangement Syndrome, a phenomenon characterized by extreme negative reactions to former President Donald J. Trump. Rep. Barry Moore joined as an original cosponsor.
“TDS has divided families, the country, and led to nationwide violence—including two assassination attempts on President Trump. The TDS Research Act would require the NIH to study this toxic state of mind so we can understand the root cause and identify solutions,” said Rep. Davidson. He further criticized current NIH funding priorities, suggesting they should focus on real-world issues rather than "ludicrous studies."
The TDS Research Act seeks to explore several areas through existing NIH programs at the National Institute of Mental Health:
- Investigating TDS’s origins and contributing factors, including media influence.
- Analyzing long-term impacts on individuals and communities.
- Exploring interventions for mitigating extreme behaviors.
- Providing insights into how media and polarization contribute to political violence and social unrest.
- Requiring an annual report to Congress.
Importantly, the bill stipulates no additional spending, utilizing existing NIH resources.
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