The Breakdown The Breakdown

Jim Acosta

Aug 21, 2026 · 53m

Summary

Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan discuss their bestselling book, detailing Trump’s second-term authoritarianism and his reliance on devoted staffer Natalie Harp. They analyze Trump’s self-comparison to historical dictators and address concerns about his health and cognition. Juliet Jeski then examines Harp’s history of extreme election denialism on One American News, highlighting the cult-like devotion surrounding the president.

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Resorts World NYC Casino Advertisement Introduction of Maggie Haberman and her new book Natalie Harp's security clearance and role Trump's personalist White House and cognitive state Trump's health, bruises, and aspirin regimen Trump's authoritarian aspirations and historical comparisons Oval Office decor and Trump's view on power Trump's desire for monuments and legacy building Resorts World NYC Casino Advertisement OEC Business Loan Advertisement Interview with Tommy Christopher on Trump's behavior Resorts World NYC Casino Advertisement Technical difficulties and DOJ investigations discussion Juliet Oakes on Natalie Harp's election denialism Resorts World NYC Casino Advertisement OEC Business Loan Advertisement Analysis of Natalie Harp's background and Fox News coverage Scott Jennings' push to become White House Press Secretary Resorts World NYC Casino Advertisement Critique of Scott Jennings and Trump's election denialism Show closing and Bri Pasta Advertisement
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