Trump is pioneering the role of commentator-in-chief when issues grow thorny
The president is constantly assigning motives, identifying heroes and villains, and telling his audience what to think
TL;DR
- Donald Trump acts as both US president and commentator-in-chief.
- He provides continuous commentary on a range of issues, including crime, immigration, and administration scandals.
- His commentary style involves phrases such as "people are saying" and "I hear."
- Trump assigns motives, identifies heroes and villains, and tells his audience what to think.
- He has a tendency to fill silence and provide talking points when situations become awkward.
- This behavior is compared to his past as a reality TV host.
- Trump's commentary sometimes suggests a lack of control, even when he appointed individuals involved in decisions against him.
- His future actions might include continuing to commentate on political successors.