It's Even Worse Than You Think

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Bestselling author and longtime Trump observer David Cay Johnston exposes the political termites that have infiltrated our government during the Trump Administration, undermining it from within and jeopardizing jobs, safety, and finances. Having tracked Donald Trump since 1988, Johnston provides a critical look at how federal agencies affecting all Americans are being compromised. Key insights include the border wall, where Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto informed Trump that Mexico would never pay for it. Trump’s proposed tariff on Mexican imports would ultimately burden American consumers with higher prices instead. The book also delves into the new EPA under Scott Pruitt, who has a history of attempting to dismantle the agency he now leads. Secrecy prevails as Pruitt consults industry executives on which environmental protections to roll back while keeping staff uninformed. Additionally, Johnston highlights the irony of Trump’s promise to "drain the swamp," as his cabinet is filled with millionaires and billionaires, such as Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, who prioritize corporate interests over those of everyday Americans. The narrative reveals a kleptocracy where conflicts of interest are normalized, with Trump profiting from his properties while taxpayers cover the costs for his staff and Secret Service. The Trump International Hotel becomes the go-to for those seeking to inf