In "Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House," Michael Wolff explores the connections between Richard Nixon and Donald Trump. He suggests that there exists a direct lineage of political behavior and tactics from Nixon to Trump, demonstrating how past presidents influence their successors. This relationship highlights a continuity in political approaches, especially concerning scandal and public perception.

Wolff's analysis indicates that Trump's presidency can be understood through the lens of Nixon's experiences, particularly in how both leaders dealt with controversies and challenges to their authority. By examining their similarities, Wolff underscores the idea that the tumultuous events of Trump's tenure echo the tumult of Nixon's, revealing a pattern in American political history.