The world is finally calling Trump’s bluff

Key Points:

• Tony Schwartz, ghostwriter of Trump’s "The Art of the Deal," revealed that Trump’s image as a savvy dealmaker is largely fictional, describing him instead as a pathological liar with superficial knowledge and driven by a need for attention.
• Schwartz expressed deep remorse for creating Trump’s persona and warned that if Trump gains control of nuclear codes, it could lead to catastrophic consequences for civilization.
• During Trump’s first term, professional advisers mitigated much of his erratic behavior, but in his second term, his transactional and self-serving approach to diplomacy has severely damaged U.S. credibility and international relations.
• The global community no longer takes the U.S. seriously under Trump’s leadership, with key allies and adversaries alike dismissing his threats and deals as empty or inconsistent, undermining long-term stability and predictability.
• The loss of American credibility and exposure of national weaknesses under Trump’s administration will have lasting negative impacts on the country’s international reputation and security.