But the Trump White House isn't traditional in any way -- this very much included. This is a White House that is all palace intrigue and almost zero policy. President Donald Trump is someone who, dating back to his days as a reality star, loves to play members of his inner circle off against one another. He believes this sort of law-of-the-jungle management style brings out the best in those around him. A White House in which battles between senior staffers or even between the President and members of his Cabinet are the rule rather than the exception.

Source: CNN February 21, 2018 19:05 UTC