Any Republican president, especially one who gets such strong opposition from the left, is bound to receive ''cult-like'' support from the base. This phenomenon is not unique to Trump. Trump's unwavering support from his base has far more to do with solidarity against the left than any genuine belief that he is perfect and infallible.
"I just released poisonous gas into the atmosphere, now you can't breathe. CHECKMATE LIBS! LOL!"
"omg dude, imagine how many liberal tears we'd create if we poisoned our own water supply! LOLOLOL!"