Once thought to be unstoppable, Donald Trump’s political apparatus is beginning to show significant symptoms of stress. There have been rumors — and now plain statements — that the former president’s hold on the political stage is eroding due to a series of public gaffes, escalating legal issues, and escalating conflicts among his inner circle.

Trump has experienced humiliating moments on the campaign trail in recent weeks, including baffling remarks made at rallies and uncomfortable press conferences that swiftly went viral. Sources claim that behind the scenes, important friends are growing impatient and worried about the campaign’s increasingly haphazard and reactive approach.

Trump’s legal troubles are also having an adverse effect. His political campaign has apparently been depleted of time, money, and enthusiasm due to numerous court hearings and impending trial dates. Even ardent supporters are privately acknowledging that it is becoming more difficult to concentrate on policy or messaging due to the frequent litigation headlines.

Although Trump has previously survived political upheavals, experts caution that this time is different. Some observers think the long-awaited “Trump collapse” may now be happening because of declining funding, rivals losing ground, and his public image suffering repeated setbacks. They also think that, regardless of what he does next, the damage may already be irreparable.