Trump’s Leadership Style: A Second Term Under Scrutiny

During his first term, Trump’s style of governance often sparked alarm. Former Chief of Staff John Kelly accused him of seeking “authoritarian rule” and a troubling lack of respect for the U.S. Constitution. Now, as Trump returns to office, these concerns are intensifying. Violating democratic norms and the use the his power for personal gain will be easier. If anything, these tendencies seem more pronounced as Trump seeks to consolidate his influence in his second term. He’s already pushing back on an ethics code that prohibits the use of his office for personal gain.