In "Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House," author Michael Wolff explores the complex relationship between Steve Bannon and Donald Trump. Bannon, known for his anti-establishment stance, believed in a populist approach that sought to disrupt the political system. However, Trump's style is centered around leveraging the system for his personal gain as a billionaire. This contrast raises intriguing questions about their partnership.

The fundamental tension in their alliance highlights the differing philosophies that each man brought to their political endeavors. Bannon's belief in shaking up the establishment clashed with Trump's strategic and often self-serving manipulation of existing structures, creating a dynamic that was fraught with contradictions and conflicts.