Under Siege Trump Under Fire

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Trump remains Trump—either completely exposed or shielded by nothing more than a flimsy fig leaf. This follows the failed gamble that he would fall during his second term, and after accusations of megalomania, political and geographical ignorance, a dangerous temperament, impulsive reactions, and rash decision-making on matters of critical importance. The author—who achieved immense success with his first book on Trump, *Fire and Fury*—returns, drawing on 150 sources from within and outside the U.S. administration. He delves into the inner workings of the White House, scrutinizing Trump’s personality, his relationships with staff, his stances toward allies and adversaries, his complex ties to the media, his unpredictable tweets, the long-term ambitions of his daughter and son-in-law, his son’s entry into the political arena, and the return of Steve Bannon—who, despite the shock of his dismissal, reappears with a new set of views and positions. The book also covers the tug-of-war between Trump and Special Counsel Robert Mueller—including disputes over the extent of the president’s authority to dismiss officials, make appointments, and grant pardons—as well as the palpable embarrassment surrounding the disappearance of Jamal Khashoggi. This volume appears even more impactful than its predecessor, as the author reveals everything he knows.