Michael Wolff's "Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House" critiques the media’s ongoing astonishment at Donald Trump's behavior. His approach, characterized by conflict, insults, and abrupt reversals, is treated by political reporters as if it follows the usual logical patterns of politics. This reveals a disconnect, as Trump's actions often defy traditional expectations and rationality.
The challenge for political journalists is that they apply a framework designed for rational political discourse to Trump's chaotic style. This results in a misunderstanding of his methods and motives, as they fail to acknowledge that Trump's dealings do not adhere to the conventional logic that typically defines political power and purpose.