The Warning with Steve Schmidt The Cost of Incompetence: How Trump's National Security Failed America
Mar 25, 2025
The discussion dives into the alarming incompetence of the national security team during a turbulent time. Reckless decisions and unsecured communication systems led to real-world consequences that still resonate today. There's a critique of the political leadership that jeopardized both military personnel and citizens. The insights reveal a culture of carelessness that poses significant risks to society's safety and stability. Overall, it’s a chilling look at the stakes involved in national security governance.
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Trump Administration's Reckless National Security
- Steve Schmidt criticizes the Trump administration's national security decisions, highlighting their severe consequences.
- He points out the reckless approach to life-and-death matters, similar to Trump's management style on "The Apprentice".
Stephen Miller Ordering Bombing of Houthis
- Schmidt cites an email exchange where Stephen Miller ordered the bombing of the Houthis, overriding senior officials.
- This anecdote exemplifies political interference and disregard for expertise in national security decisions.
Immaturity and Bloodlust in National Security
- Schmidt criticizes the juvenile behavior and bloodlust displayed in email exchanges among Trump officials.
- He condemns their carelessness and lack of concern for the lives of American soldiers.