Trump book reveals overconfidence shaped second term

What happened

The nonfiction book Regime Change, set to release Tuesday, presents accounts of President Trump's return to the White House after 2021 political exile, documenting how overconfidence, improvisation, and impulse affected his second presidency. The book includes details about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's influence on Trump, the administration's handling of Jeffrey Epstein files, Trump mocking business leaders, personal involvement in Justice Department actions, and his reliance on longtime Republican operative Roger Stone.

Why it matters

The book offers readers a detailed portrayal of how Trump's decision-making style and personal choices shaped his governance. By examining the theme of hubris and its consequences, it provides insight into the internal dynamics of the presidency during a period when Trump regained office after a period of political absence.

What to watch

The book is set to release Tuesday, and it is already generating attention ahead of its official publication. It reveals Trump's stated desire for unexpected developments, as he told aides: "We need plot twists."