GOP insiders say Trump’s delusions worry even his closest Senate allies
President Donald Trump is interviewed by Reuters White House correspondent Steve Holland (not pictured) during an exclusive interview in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 14, 2026. REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein
Sen. Lindsey Graham reportedly described President Trump as “delusional” in secret grand jury testimony cited by The New York Times, reflecting a broader unease among Republican lawmakers about the former president’s grasp on reality. Graham told Trump the 2020 election was fair and warned him repeatedly against false claims, noting Trump would even believe outlandish scenarios. Ex-Sen. Claire McCaskill said Graham’s comments offer a rare glimpse into how many GOP senators privately view Trump—as delusional, embarrassing, and disconnected from key issues.
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GOP insiders say Trump’s delusions worry even his closest Senate allies GOP insiders say Trump’s delusions worry even his closest Senate allies
