Source: FOX News
Summary
America’s war with Iran has changed Donald Trump’s presidency, as it has with previous presidents who entered office not expecting to be wartime presidents. Woodrow Wilson, Franklin Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, and George W. Bush all saw their administrations and personal lives impacted by war. War reshapes the teams around the president, leading to changes in advisors and staff. It also takes a personal toll on presidents, leading to behavioral changes and health issues.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
War becomes a catalyst for change in the presidency, altering the dynamics of the administration and the president’s personal life. The teams around the president are reshaped, with some advisors rising to prominence while others fall out of favor. The president’s behavior and health can also be affected, as seen in the examples of George W. Bush and Woodrow Wilson. The war effort can become all-consuming, leading to a shift in the president’s agenda and priorities.
One observation: the president’s relationship with their advisors can become a performance, with the president seeking to project confidence and control while advisors jockey for influence and position.
Author: Tevi Troy
