Key Insights
Why did Trump choose a 'team of rivals' approach in his first term?
Trump believed that bringing in people who generally disagreed with him and ran against him would mute the resistance to his agenda by making them Team Trump loyalists. However, this approach backfired as they ended up opposing his agenda from within.
How did the media's response to Trump's transition indicate the effectiveness of his strategy?
The media's freakout and lack of sea legs in responding to Trump's transition indicated that his strategy was effective. Their confusion and inability to focus on one issue at a time showed that Trump's approach was overwhelming and disruptive to their usual narratives.
What was the main reason for the left's freakout over Tom Homan's appointment as border czar?
The left's freakout over Tom Homan's appointment was due to his reputation as a bulldog on the border who is trusted by Trump and known for his no-nonsense approach to border security, which they fear will lead to effective enforcement of immigration laws.
Why did the left-wing media resort to discussing Russia during Trump's transition?
The left-wing media resorted to discussing Russia because they had run out of other relevant issues to cover. Trump's rapid-fire announcements and policy rollouts left them scrambling for content, leading them to fall back on old, debunked narratives about Russian interference.
How did the slim majority in the House pose a potential problem for Trump's agenda?
The slim majority in the House meant that even a few defections could block legislation. This could lead to representatives demanding concessions for their votes, potentially gumming up the legislative process and making it harder to pass Trump's agenda.
Chapters
- Trump's picks include Lee Zeldin for EPA and Rubio for Secretary of State.
- The media is reacting strongly because they know what Trump is going to do and are already leaking information.
- Bongino suggests giving Trump's picks some time to prove their loyalty to the Trump agenda.
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