Former President Obama didn’t mince words when discussing former President Trump’s reputation in New York City and his impact on American democracy during a recent appearance on the “SmartLess” podcast. Obama’s comments shed light on his views of Trump and the broader political landscape.
Obama expressed his lack of surprise at Trump’s behavior, citing Trump’s background in New York City where he was not considered a serious figure in business circles. This perspective, Obama suggested, influenced his expectations of Trump’s presidency and the lack of guardrails within the Republican Party to curb his actions.
Barack Obama (Credits: Brookings Institution)
During the podcast, Obama, along with former President Clinton and President Biden, delved into their observations of Trump’s presidency and its implications for democracy. They discussed their expectations of Republican responses to Trump’s behavior, highlighting their surprise at the lack of pushback within the party.
Trump’s legal troubles, particularly his involvement in the hush money trial in New York, were also mentioned. Obama’s remarks underscored the contrast between Trump’s current legal battles and his earlier status as a prominent figure in New York City.
Donald Trump (Credits: ThoughtCo)
Despite Trump’s history in New York and his initial fame and success there, he has distanced himself from the city in recent years, changing his residency to Florida. Obama’s comments on Trump’s relationship with New York City added context to Trump’s evolving public persona and political trajectory.
Obama’s remarks provided insight into his perspective on Trump’s presidency and its impact on American politics, as well as Trump’s relationship with his hometown of New York City.
