In a recent discussion, Jonathan Lemire reflects on the early days of Donald Trump's second term, noting a stark contrast between initial momentum and current turmoil. While the first several weeks saw a coordinated effort with established plans, recent weeks have been marked by controversies and economic struggles, notably due to Trump's tariffs. Amid these developments, a notable staff change occurred when Marco Rubio replaced Mike Waltz as national security advisor. Additionally, Lemire pointed out a worrying trend regarding press freedoms, signaling a dangerous shift in Trump's engagement with the media since his first term.
According to Lemire, there's an internal recognition that the administration is now off track. There's no panic yet, but there's recognition, he said.
Lemire described the start of the administration as a tale of two halves. The first 50 or 60 days, he said, felt like a well-oiled machine.
The internal chaos mirrors a deeper trend Lemire has observed: a full-scale crackdown on the press.
Lemire also addressed the White House shakeup that saw Marco Rubio replace Mike Waltz as national security advisor.
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