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The claim

Says his cognitive test results showed he has “extreme intelligence.”

Rating

False

Reviewed by PolitiFact ↗ ·

Original fact check ↗

PeakMetrics research summary

Based on related reporting.

Research from related reporting says Trump described a 30-out-of-30 score as evidence of “extreme intelligence.” Medical experts said the test is designed to detect cognitive impairment, not measure intelligence. [S6][S6]

Additional context

The article says a 30-out-of-30 score indicates normal cognitive function, not high intelligence. [S6]

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Sources and attribution

  1. [original] PolitiFact original review

    Original review · Retrieved October 16, 2026

  2. [S6] Cognitive test Trump took screens for signs of dementia, not intelligence levels

    Additional research · Retrieved October 16, 2026