The insight highlights Trump's unique approach in the war on terror by deciding to withdraw troops after eliminating all ISIS-controlled territory, unlike any other president. This decision aimed to avoid prolonged and fruitless pursuits in the desert, showcasing a departure from previous strategies. The account provides a firsthand view of the resistance by mid to senior-level bureaucrats in the intelligence, state, and defense departments against Trump's directive, despite the chaos of Mattis resigning. It underscores the complexities and internal conflicts within the decision-making process during that period.

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