Matt Lewis Can't Lose Trump's Chief of Staff Bombshells: 'Alcoholic's Personality,' Vance a 'Conspiracy Theorist'
Dec 16, 2025
Chris Cillizza, a political journalist and commentator, joins to dissect the juicy insights from Susie Wiles' Vanity Fair interview. They explore the notion of Trump's 'alcoholic's personality' and how it fuels his politics. Chris shares thoughts on J.D. Vance being labeled a ‘conspiracy theorist’ and the impact of reality TV and WWE on today's political landscape. They also reflect on Rob Reiner’s legacy and discuss why Trump flourishes in the attention economy. Expect insightful takes on media ethics and the art of political profile writing.
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Reiner's Death Sparks Debate On Public Decorum
- Matt and Chris discuss Rob Reiner's career and the fraught reaction to his death online.
- They argue leaders like Trump should show higher standards in responding to tragedies.
White House Candid Assessments Exposed
- Susie Wiles' Vanity Fair comments revealed blunt internal assessments from inside the White House.
- Her claims about Trump, J.D. Vance, and others underscore deep personal and political fractures.
Long-Form Interviewer Who Compiles Multiple Sessions
- Chris recounts interviewing Lawrence Grobel, who stitched many sessions into one crafted interview.
- He questions the ethics of editing multiple interviews into a single presented transcript.