Pod Force One Battling the Deep State from Richard Nixon to Donald Trump
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Jul 2, 2025 Monica Crowley, former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury and a key figure in both the Nixon and Trump administrations, delves deep into the concept of the deep state. She reveals how this elusive entity played a role in Nixon's downfall and attempted to hinder Trump's presidency. Crowley also shares intriguing plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. Additionally, she explores the geopolitical dynamics between Russia and China, suggesting unique strategies Trump might employ in their rivalry.
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Monica Crowley Meets Nixon
- Monica Crowley started working with Richard Nixon after sending him a letter praising his book at age 21.
- Nixon responded with a handwritten letter and eventually offered her a job as his foreign policy assistant.
Traveling and Diplomacy with Nixon
- Crowley traveled worldwide with Nixon to meet global leaders including Yitzhak Rabin and Boris Yeltsin.
- Nixon was revered in China for opening relations, seen there as a rock star.
Nixon and Trump's Strategic Parallels
- Nixon opened China to counter Soviet power during Vietnam constraints.
- Trump appears to be reversing Nixon’s strategy by courting Russia against China’s rise.
