Trump Claims Rob Reiner Suffered from "Trump Derangement Syndrome" Before Death

President Trump posted a statement on Truth Social Monday morning disparaging the late Hollywood director Rob Reiner, who died along with his wife in a homicide that officials are investigating. Trump claimed that Reiner had suffered from "Trump Derangement Syndrome," a term he used to describe a supposed mental affliction caused by criticism of him. Reiner, 78, was a prominent supporter of the Democratic Party and a vocal Trump critic. In the post, Trump described Reiner as a "tortured and struggling" individual who had been afflicted with a "mind crippling disease" due to his criticism of the former president. Trump's statement sparked a mixed reaction from the public and the entertainment industry, with some defending Reiner's legacy and others criticizing Trump's comments. Reiner's death has been met with an outpouring of tributes from the entertainment industry, with many praising his work as a director and his advocacy for social justice causes. "Rob Reiner was a true original, a brilliant director and a passionate advocate for social justice," said a spokesperson for the Screen Actors Guild. "His passing is a loss for the industry and for the many people whose lives he touched." Reiner was a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, known for his work on films such as "This Is Spinal Tap" and "The American President." He was also a vocal critic of Trump, frequently speaking out against the former president's policies and behavior on social media. Reiner's son, Nick, has been arrested in connection with the investigation into the deaths of his parents. The term "Trump Derangement Syndrome" has been used by Trump and his supporters to describe what they see as an irrational and excessive criticism of the former president. However, many have criticized the term as a form of psychological gaslighting, designed to silence critics and undermine their arguments. The investigation into the deaths of Reiner and his wife is ongoing, with officials working to determine the circumstances surrounding their deaths. As the investigation continues, the public is left to grapple with the complex legacy of Rob Reiner and the impact of his work on the entertainment industry.