In a striking endorsement of former President Donald Trump, Texas Representative Troy Nehls recently proclaimed that Trump is “the best thing to happen to this country in a hundred years.” The comments surface just before Trump’s impending 80th birthday on June 14, 2026, a significant milestone which Nehls appeared eager to highlight.
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During a conversation with journalist Scott MacFarlane, Nehls reminisced about Trump’s birth, suggesting that even at a young age, Trump was viewed as special. “I bet you the doctors said, ‘I can tell this is a very special baby,’” Nehls remarked. His comments came as he defended a proposed $1.8 billion fund aimed at supporting individuals associated with Trump’s narrative, specifically those involved in the January 6 Capitol events.
The congressman’s remarks also included a proposition for creating a support fund for people he described as suffering from “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” Nehls expressed concern for those he perceives as overly critical of Trump, suggesting they might benefit from counselling. “Maybe we ought to provide some counselling for all the nutjobs out there that think Donald Trump is the worst thing ever,” he stated emphatically.
Nehls, who previously served as a major in the Army Reserve, has been an unwavering supporter of Trump since his election to Congress in 2020. His steadfast allegiance has been evident throughout his tenure, including a controversial vote during his first term to object to the certification of President Joe Biden’s election victories in Arizona and Pennsylvania.
After Trump was re-elected in 2024, Nehls reiterated his commitment to aligning his ambitions with those of Trump. “Whatever [Trump’s] mission is, we need to embrace it. All of it,” he conveyed, indicating his readiness to follow Trump’s leadership unquestioningly. This devotion has led him to make bold claims, asserting that Trump is never wrong and that he stands behind the former president’s economic policies.
The representative has also faced criticism for comments he made regarding Trump’s responses to a range of issues, including those raised by various religious leaders. In one instance, he compared Trump to a significant historical figure, implying a divinely appointed status. “I think he’s almost the second coming, in my humble opinion,” Nehls told a CNN audience earlier this year, acknowledging the difficulties faced by the former president during his time in office.
Trump’s actual birth took place on June 14, 1946, at Jamaica Hospital in Queens, New York, to parents Fred and Mary Anne Trump. Despite Nehls’ sentimentality surrounding Trump’s origins, the hospital’s board has since removed any mention of Trump from its facilities, illustrating a complex relationship with his legacy.
Nehls’ comments reflect a broader trend among some Republican members of Congress, who have maintained strong loyalty to Trump throughout his career, irrespective of his controversies. In November 2025, he announced he would not be seeking re-election, opting instead to endorse his twin brother to run for his Houston-based seat.
As Trump prepares for his 80th birthday, he has arranged for an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event to be held at an arena built at the White House. The event is set for the same day as Flag Day, an irony noted by Trump in a recent interview, clarifying that the timing was simply coincidental.
Nehls’ enthusiastic comments and unwavering support for Trump exemplify the lasting impression the former president has made on a segment of the Republican Party. While many within the party express a desire to move past the Trump era, others like Nehls continue to celebrate and defend his significant influence on American politics.