Crest of Controversy: A Presidential Embarrassment

This chapter explores the origin and appropriation of a family crest by a former president, highlighting the embarrassment and cultural implications of altering it for personal use. It also recounts recent public gaffes, including the president's misidentification of Spain as a BRICS nation, reflecting a broader sense of national humiliation. Additionally, the chapter discusses troubling confirmations of controversial nominees under Trump, questioning their qualifications and the decision-making within his administration.