Global News Podcast Trump defends chief of staff after tell-all interview
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Dec 17, 2025 
In this discussion, Bernd de Boosman, a Washington-based BBC correspondent, analyzes Susie Wiles' revealing Vanity Fair interview, detailing her controversial remarks about Trump’s personality and the intra-White House dynamics. Phil Mercer, reporting from Sydney, shares local reactions to the tragic Bondi Beach shootings and funerals. Dr. Philip Frank, a psychiatrist from University College London, highlights surprising midlife symptoms that could indicate a greater risk of dementia later on, sparking critical conversations about mental health.
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White House Friction Exposed
- Susie Wiles' Vanity Fair interview revealed unusually candid criticisms from inside the Trump White House.
- Bernd de Boosman said her remarks exposed clear internal splits and unusual public candour from a chief of staff.
Personal Characterisations Matter
- Wiles described Donald Trump as having an "alcoholic type personality" and criticised Elon Musk's actions.
- Bernd de Boosman said such characterisations give rare insight into the administration's mindset.
Vance's Political Conversion Highlighted
- Wiles called Vice-President J.D. Vance a long-time conspiracy theorist and suggested his conversion was political.
- This admission underscored internal perceptions of political careers within the administration.