Donald Trump's campaign speeches for the 2024 presidential election have drawn scrutiny for becoming increasingly incoherent, with observers noting a decline in his mental acuity. Biographers and commentators, including Timothy O’Brien, suggest that Trump is 'hyper-aware' of his cognitive decline and is attempting to compensate with convoluted explanations and irrelevant anecdotes. John Cleese expressed disbelief at the lack of discussion surrounding Trump's mental state, highlighting how his speeches are often derailed and difficult to follow. Trump himself has attempted to reframe his rambling as a 'weave' of ideas, claiming it demonstrates brilliance rather than incoherence. This decline in coherence is similarly observed in the context of Joe Biden's own mental acuity struggles, which contributed to his withdrawal from the race. As Trump faces mounting concerns about his fitness for office, experts suggest his behavior reflects a desperate bid to maintain his public persona amidst growing scrutiny.