Donald Trump has proposed a new name for the Republican Party, suggesting it be renamed after himself. On Truth Social, he stated, "There is a new word for a TRUMP REPUBLICAN," and invited his followers to contribute ideas. Among the suggestions, he mentioned 'TEPUBLICAN' and 'TPUBLICAN,' the latter of which would require a complex pronunciation technique known as the 'voiceless labial-alveolar plosive.' This linguistic feature is rarely used in most languages, indicating a potential barrier for supporters.
Trump's assertion that 'almost everyone' is a 'TRUMP REPUBLICAN' comes at a time when his approval rating is approximately 38 percent. He faces challenges in maintaining control over the Republican Party amid various scandals and crises. Additionally, there are growing concerns regarding his cognitive health, as experts have noted issues such as memory lapses and sudden aggressive behavior, which may suggest early signs of dementia.