On Thursday, former President Donald Trump released an AI-generated video where he humorously assumes the role of "Doctor Trump." Dressed in a white coat and holding a stethoscope, he "treats" some of Hollywood's most outspoken critics of what he dubs "Anti-Trump Delusion Syndrome," or TDS.
The approximately 90-second clip, shared late at night on Truth Social and X, parodies the style of American pharmaceutical commercials and quickly amassed over 11 million views.
In the video, the "Dr. Trump" deepfake opens with a question: "Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with TDS? The symptoms can be relentless. Thankfully, I'm Doctor Trump, and I have a treatment plan. Let's hear from some of my patients."
Following this introduction, AI-generated versions of six celebrity critics—Whoopi Goldberg, Robert De Niro, Rosie O'Donnell, Julia Roberts, Edward Norton, and John Leguizamo—appear, each delivering a faux testimonial of "recovery."
The deepfake version of Julia Roberts claims, "I feel like I've aged 20 years in the last two. I've been so worried. I was really starting to worry about my future."
Meanwhile, De Niro's double admits, "I couldn't eat. I couldn't sleep. Constantly angry. I was making everyone around me miserable. I hardly recognized myself."
O'Donnell is depicted as having "suffered for over a decade," while Goldberg describes herself as a "lost cause" before the treatment.
The video concludes with "Dr. Trump" prescribing a "simple" solution: "Turn off fake news. Pray, and if you ever feel anxious, have a Diet Coke like I do, and you'll notice a remarkable difference in your life."
TDS is a derogatory term frequently used by Trump to criticize his most vocal detractors. Among his regular targets is musician Bruce Springsteen, whom Trump has labeled as having a "horrible, incurable case."
Trump's history with some of the celebrities in the video is extensive. In February 2026, after De Niro made comments on a podcast urging people to "get rid" of Trump ahead of the midterm elections, Trump called him "sick and demented" and "mentally unstable."
This video is part of a broader pattern of AI-generated content that Trump has ramped up during his second term. A previous controversy arose in April when he shared an AI image depicting him with Christ-like iconography during a dispute with Pope Leo XIV.
Following widespread criticism, Trump removed that image, stating he believed it portrayed him "as a doctor" from the Red Cross. Days later, he posted another AI image showing himself embraced by Jesus Christ in front of an American flag.
The "Dr. Trump" video surfaces at a time when Hollywood's entertainment industry is pushing for legislation to curb the unauthorized use of deepfake audio and video of real individuals.
Understanding Trump's Use of AI and Deepfakes
What is "Anti-Trump Delusion Syndrome"?
"Anti-Trump Delusion Syndrome" is a satirical term used by Donald Trump to mock his critics, suggesting they are irrationally obsessed with opposing him.
Why did Donald Trump use AI to create this video?
Donald Trump employed AI to create a humorous and satirical video, leveraging the technology to make a point against his critics in a creative manner.
How has the entertainment industry reacted to Trump's use of deepfakes?
The entertainment industry is concerned about the unauthorized use of deepfakes and is advocating for legislation to limit their usage to protect individuals' likenesses.