The Daily Beast Podcast Weak Trump Losing Physical and Mental Grip: Wolff
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Nov 30, 2025 
Michael Wolff, an insightful author and media commentator, joins Joanna Coles to dissect Donald Trump's waning dominance. They reveal alarming signs of Trump's weakening control over his inner circle, and the growing detachment of his allies. Wolff explains how political instability and character flaws create vulnerabilities for Trump amidst legal challenges. The discussion highlights intriguing dynamics within the GOP, particularly with figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Mike Johnson, all leading to the pressing question of whether weakness now defines Trump's movement.
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Fraying Grip On His Party
- Michael Wolff observes Trump shows a new weakness in his grip on the Republican Party.
- This weakness is visible as allies hedge and some, like Marjorie Taylor Greene, openly rebel.
Visible Signs Of Decline
- Wolff highlights visible decline in Trump's appearance and mental consistency.
- He notes rapid, contradictory shifts on major issues suggest either forgetting or lack of coherent stance.
Mike Johnson’s Nervous Breakdown Moment
- Wolff recounts watching Mike Johnson's interview where Johnson described being overwhelmed as Speaker.
- He frames Johnson as a default, unprepared leader who feels his life and job are falling apart.
