American Presidency

A Very Stable Genius Summary of Key Points

‘A Very Stable Genius’ by Philip Rucker and Carol Leonnig is a detailed account of Donald J. Trump’s presidency, focusing on his behavior, decision-making, and the operational chaos within the White House. The authors, both Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists from The Washington Post, draw on in-depth interviews with administration insiders to paint a picture of a tumultuous presidency marked by constant internal conflict, unprecedented turnover, and controversial policies.