You have certainly nailed the fundamental issue with Trump. He often speaks in incomplete sentences and interrupted thoughts. Supporters then read their own ideas into his positions. He becomes all things to all people. Others have more derogatory words for this behavior.
>> He often speaks in incomplete sentences and interrupted thoughts. Supporters then read their own ideas into his positions <<
Yes, and then on the next day, he will normally “walk back” any interpretations that might weaken support from his cult members — all the while generating headlines and news stories that will crowd out coverage of his rivals.