Alex Jones, the founder of InfoWars and a long-time ally of Donald Trump, has publicly broken with the president, urging his followers to "cut bait". In a series of recent broadcasts, Jones claimed that Trump is in a state of "free fall" both physically and mentally, even suggesting the president is suffering from heart failure and cognitive decline.

 

Alex Jones Goes To WAR With Trump!!

Alex Jones, the founder of InfoWars and a long-time ally of Donald Trump, has publicly broken with the president, urging his followers to "cut bait". In a series of recent broadcasts, Jones claimed that Trump is in a state of "free fall" both physically and mentally, even suggesting the president is suffering from heart failure and cognitive decline.

 

The "war" between the two former allies centers on several key points of contention:

1. Physical and Mental Health Claims

Jones has repeatedly targeted Trump's health, claiming the president looks "sick" and "babbles" in a way that suggests his "brain's not doing too hot".

 

Swollen Ankles: Jones pointed to what he described as Trump's ankles swelling to "three times" their normal size as a sign of heart failure.

Cognitive Decline: He compared Trump's recent behavior to his own father's struggle with dementia, calling for an "intervention" and for the president to "take some time off".

White House Response: A White House spokesperson dismissed these claims as "complete b******t" intended to "boost podcast views," maintaining that Trump remains in "excellent health".

 

2. Opposition to the Iran War

A major driver of the split is Trump’s military escalation in the Middle East, specifically airstrikes against Iran.

Betrayal of "America First": Jones argued that these interventions betray the non-interventionist platform Trump originally ran on.

Allegations of War Crimes: He specifically labeled Trump's suggestion to attack Iranian water supplies as a "war crime".

Impact of "Operation Epic Fury": Jones warned that the conflict is causing Trump's administration to "sink" and will "enrage the world against Israel and the United States".

3. Political Strategy and 2026 Midterms

With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, Jones is advising the MAGA movement to move on from Trump to avoid a "strategic liability".

 

Plummeting Approval: Jones cited polls showing Trump's approval rating as low as 33%, blaming his handling of the economy and gas prices following the start of the Iran conflict.

"Original" Populism: He called for followers to return to being "original populist Tea Party Republicans" rather than following a leader he believes has been "compromised".

 

This is not the first time Jones has criticized Trump—having previously split with him over COVID-19 vaccines and Syrian strikes—but the current rhetoric marks his most aggressive and personal break to date.