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GusBob

(7,570 posts)
4. I have noticed yes
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:12 PM
Dec 4

Maybe I have not been paying that much attention due Trump fatigue

But I am thankful that I dont hear him spouting off on Social media Unless I am missing something. Previously his tweets were all over DU and everywhere else ( top of the hour radio broadcasts for example)

I think that Wiles lady is reigning him in and letting others mouth off? Hearing more blather from Musk for example

nycbos

(6,382 posts)
8. That will be last two months after 1/20
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:18 PM
Dec 4

Remember people thought John Kelly a three star general could be the “adult in the room”

GusBob

(7,570 posts)
12. I read she accepted the position with conditions
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:21 PM
Dec 4

The one mentioned was who had access to him

Seems impossible, talking some sense into that guy. But maybe she has some control for now, as you indicate

nycbos

(6,382 posts)
6. It's part of his strategy.
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:16 PM
Dec 4

He nominates people who are so repulsive that even republicans reject them. Then he nominates people slightly less repulsive and get praised for being “a different person”

LeftInTX

(30,337 posts)
13. That's what I'm thinking
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:23 PM
Dec 4

Bondi replaced Gaetz. All of a sudden. "At least she isn't as bad."

Mike 03

(17,135 posts)
7. Yes, I agree.
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:16 PM
Dec 4

I really do think Trump could care less about actual governing. I think he's bored to tears by that and can't wait to get to the hustling, theft and being flattered by world leaders on the phone. And it's so obvious, which is why it's so shameful anyone could possibly vote for him.

sop

(11,408 posts)
9. This embarrassing shitshow is just a preview of how Trump will "govern."
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:19 PM
Dec 4

We are all at the mercy of this imbecile's capricious whims and psychotic tendencies.

kerouac2

(739 posts)
10. Question is, what's he doing while everyone is freaking out on these noms
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:20 PM
Dec 4

He doesn't care as long as his noms are loyal. Is it a smoke screen to take attention off of way worse things being worked on behind the scenes? They will be coming out of the gate in a few weeks with rockets firing in all directions. We won't be able to keep up with all the crap that will hit the fans.

ProudMNDemocrat

(19,129 posts)
14. Just like his first term. Rachel Maddow ran out of wall space keeping up.
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:25 PM
Dec 4


A clown show for sure.

kentuck

(112,895 posts)
15. He's got more important things to think about...
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:44 PM
Dec 4

...like grifting and making deals with foreign leaders, in order to enrich himself and his loyal friends.

Baitball Blogger

(48,276 posts)
16. The smart one was the sheriff. Probably the
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:48 PM
Dec 4

Only one who figured out he wasn’t going to survive the vetting.

Macrophylla

(135 posts)
17. Because its a game
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 01:54 PM
Dec 4

He puts up horrible people so when he actually appoints a less horrible person the press gives him a pass.

Not sure how much more obvious this needs to be for people to see it.

Trumps greatest gift is knowing exactly how to play the media.
Not sure how much more obvious this needs to be either.

Sure seems obvious to me.

LetMyPeopleVote

(155,122 posts)
18. trump is pushing people he knows are not qualified just to see how far he can push it
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 02:01 PM
Dec 4

trump is not surprised when these unqualified nominees fail

H2O Man

(75,711 posts)
20. Recommended.
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 02:21 PM
Dec 4

He actually did try to pressure Senate republicans on Gaetz. But that was phone calls, nothing public. I think we will see him do more once January 20 comes around.

rampartd

(652 posts)
21. these are just the guys he wants on fox and suc selling the bull shit
Wed Dec 4, 2024, 02:54 PM
Dec 4

the real damage will come from serious idalogues a rung or 2 down from cabinet level.

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