Overview
- Forensic psychiatrist Dr. Bandy X. Lee told The Daily Beast's podcast on Wednesday that President Trump appears increasingly paranoid and constantly on guard.
- Lee argued that Trump’s perceived insecurity could drive more authoritarian behavior as he ages and experiences public gaffes that have prompted renewed health questions.
- She alleged that Trump is amassing ICE agents as government police and has required every state to send 500 National Guard members, claims she presented as examples of personalized security.
- The reporting characterizes these assertions as expert opinion from a media interview with limited independent verification.
- The White House rejected Lee’s remarks, issuing a dismissive statement in response to her characterization of the president’s mental fitness.