Jim Mattis, former defense secretary for the Trump administration, resigned due to disagreements with President Trump's decisions and leadership style. A new book reveals Mattis described Trump as a 'madman' and criticized his divisive actions. Trump, in turn, publicly criticized Mattis and claimed credit for giving him opportunities.
Key Points
Jim Mattis resigned as defense secretary over disagreements with Trump's policies
Mattis described Trump as a 'madman' in a new book about presidential crises
Trump criticized Mattis publicly and claimed credit for his success
The book also reveals Trump's unusual demand for simplified news chyrons
Pros
Transparency about internal disagreements within the Trump administration
Insight into the strained relationship between Jim Mattis and Donald Trump
Cons
Potential for political polarization and controversy surrounding the topic