He might not be a cult of personality. But he has a lot of people thinking he can do no wrong. And everything he says is without question truth. They seem only interested in propping him up as some hero and tearing down Trump. It drove a wedge between those who were for Trump or in support of both guys. They were at it since the day Trump joined the race. They dislike Trump with some passion.
You write with too many pronouns and it is hard to follow who you are writing about. Just helping you do better.