Inside Trump's Head Why Sleepy Trump, 79, Is Really Panicking Aides
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Dec 10, 2025 
Michael Wolff, an acclaimed author and journalist known for his deep dives into media and politics, joins Joanna Coles to delve into Trump's increasingly disengaged behavior. They discuss Trump dozing during meetings and the rising panic among his aides. Wolff connects Trump's communication style and delay tactics to broader issues, including meddling in Hollywood mergers. They also critique the chaos inside Trumpworld and speculate on the implications of his actions, blending insightful analysis with a touch of dark humor.
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Staff Panic Over Trump Dozing
- Michael Wolff observes a constant low-level panic inside Trumpworld about Trump falling asleep during meetings.
- That panic stems from the optics and Trump's angry blame of aides when he wakes up.
Disengagement From Power
- Wolff suggests Trump may be losing interest because success no longer excites him and he dislikes hard work.
- That disengagement shows up as fatigue and reduced attention in official settings.
Promises As Theatrics
- Wolff compares Trump's impulsive promises to release damaging material to past theatrics like the Epstein files.
- He argues Trump often commits verbally but retreats when confronted with consequences.
