A White House unified: Trump’s second term is so far a marked contrast to the turmoil of his first

In a recent interview, White House special counsel Alina Habba raved about the collegial atmosphere in the West Wing to reporter Jessica Rosenthal. According to Habba, “Everybody is collaborating. There is zero drama.” To this, Rosenthal said, “Events, no drama. May that continue.” Of course, Habba is a White House aide, so we should take that into account. Nevertheless, it’s true there has been little talk of infighting since the start of President Donald Trump’s post-inauguration policy blitzkrieg.

What’s going on? Has Trump, who once said, “I like conflict,” turned over a new leaf?

White House watchers will recall the drama and infighting of the first Trump administration. There was a constant stream of leaking, infighting, and firings that riveted the White House press corps.

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