Inside Trump's helter-skelter mind and decision-making
- Trump's decision-making often starts with a conclusion, leading to chaotic implementation and frequent changes, particularly regarding tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
- Trump implemented and reversed tariffs on Canada and Mexico numerous times, creating confusion about current levies.
- Outgoing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau referred to the tariff changes as a 'psychodrama' that consistently shifts.
- If Trump's erratic decisions cause economic downturns, his ability to fulfill his promises may be limited.
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Nolan Finley: Inside Trump's helter-skelter mind
An acquaintance who worked in the first Trump administration offers some insight into the president's decision-making process. While most people start with fact-finding, analysis and negotiation before acting, Trump turns that process on its head. He begins with the decision, and that's when the bargaining starts. I've described what Trump is doing stream of consciousness policymaking. A notion pops into his head and almost immediately pops out…
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