In the book "Siege: Trump Under Fire" by Michael Wolff, Mitch McConnell expresses his deep disdain for Donald Trump. He regards Trump not only as the least competent president he has encountered but also as the least intelligent person in his political experience, highlighting his extreme contempt for Trump. This negative opinion underscores a significant rift between Trump and key Republican leadership.

McConnell, along with his wife Elaine Chao, often ridiculed Trump in private settings, demonstrating their lack of respect for his leadership. Their candid mockery suggests that their disdain was not just political but personal, reflecting broader tensions within the party regarding Trump's approach and behavior while in office.