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In the inaugural episode of his “Fire and Fury” podcast, author Michael Wolff, known for his insider accounts on Donald Trump, revealed that the former president is “totally incoherent” when he’s not in front of the camera. Wolff, whose books have provided controversial insights into Trump and his inner circle, delved into the former president’s behavior offstage.
As reported by The Daily Beast’s Brooke Leigh Howard, Wolff claims that Trump has recently made baffling statements, confusing even his closest aides. These remarks, Wolff suggests, stem from Trump playing the “role” of a candidate before his adoring crowds. Wolff elaborated, “Any sense that he’s put in a position where he’s going to be offstage is a dangerous place for him to be. Onstage: He’s in the role. He’s Donald Trump,” indicating that the former president thrives in the spotlight but becomes incoherent behind the scenes.
According to Wolff, Trump’s on-camera persona is that of a performer, always ready to engage with his audience. Offstage, however, he struggles to maintain coherence and clarity. Wolff emphasized that Trump’s affinity for performance would extend even to a stint in jail, which he would likely turn into a spectacle. “I think that if he did go to jail, he would figure out a way to make that his stage,” Wolff stated. “That would be the effect that they would make him even more famous. Jail would become an extraordinary platform for him.”
Wolff’s comments offer a glimpse into the complex dynamics of Trump’s public and private personas. The author suggests that Trump’s need for the limelight drives much of his behavior, making him “totally incoherent” when removed from the stage. This insight aligns with Wolff’s previous work, which portrays Trump as a man deeply intertwined with his public image.
The “Fire and Fury” podcast, named after Wolff’s best-selling book, promises to provide more behind-the-scenes revelations about Trump and his world. Wolff’s portrayal of Trump as a performer who struggles without an audience adds another layer to the understanding of the former president’s character.
As Trump continues to be a significant figure in American politics, Wolff’s observations highlight the ongoing drama surrounding his public and private life. The idea that Trump could turn any situation, including imprisonment, into a performance underscores his unique approach to maintaining relevance and influence.
Wolff’s new podcast episode sheds light on the enigmatic nature of Trump’s behavior, suggesting that the former president’s real-life persona is vastly different from the one he presents to the public. This dichotomy between onstage confidence and offstage incoherence continues to captivate and confuse those who follow his every move.
