Trump initially in near enlightened state (7)

I believe the answer is:

nirvana

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'enlightened state' is the definition.

I can't explain the rest of the clue.

(Other definitions for nirvana that I've seen before include "blessed release" , "Buddhists' transcendental state" , "serene place" , "State of perfect happiness" , "Kurt Cobain's grunge band" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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