Regime Change
Coverage of Regime Change in the Nexus archive.
- The Surprising Return of the Blockbuster Trump Book
The new Trump book 'Regime Change' by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan sold over 300,000 copies in a week, defying a broader decline in political nonfiction sales. The book's success has surprised publishers, who had assumed interest in Trump-related content had waned. Trump publicly criticized the book's 'quick and boring briefing' on its contents.
- Jonathan Swan's 3 things that every CEO needs to know about Trump
Jonathan Swan outlines three key insights for CEOs navigating Trump's presidency: Trump prioritizes being viewed as a 'Great Man' in world history, operates through a small circle of loyalists including Vance and Marco Rubio, and may pursue volatile actions like territorial deals. The article highlights strategies for engaging Trump, such as leveraging direct communication channels.
- Inside Trump’s plans for retribution and other lesser-known allegations in ‘Regime Change’
A new book titled 'Regime Change' by two Washington reporters details events inside the White House following President Donald Trump's return to power, focusing on his plans for retribution and other undisclosed allegations.
- Melania Trump and Donald Trump repeatedly butted heads over White House renovations, new book says
A new book by New York Times reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan details conflicts between Donald Trump and Melania Trump over White House renovations during his second term. Melania opposed changes to the Rose Garden and a new ballroom, leading to compromises like preserving rosebushes while paving the lawn. Trump also moved decor items, such as a mirror from the Queens' Bedroom to the Rose Garden colonnade.
- New Trump book’s authors detail how they pried loose White House secrets: ‘We nearly killed ourselves’
Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, co-authors of 'Regime Change,' describe overcoming challenges to reveal secrets from Donald Trump's second White House term. The Trump administration was described as 'very good at keeping secrets,' with Trump's health information being a particularly protected 'lockbox.'
- Haberman and Swan's "Regime Change": How Trump became "untethered" in second term
Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's book 'Regime Change' details how President Trump became more willing to use power in his second term, taking risks like starting trade wars and actions in Iran and Venezuela. The authors describe him as 'untethered' from domestic political considerations, operating on gut instinct and reshaping global perceptions of his leadership.
- Chronicle of a Disaster Foretold
Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's book 'Regime Change' contains ongoing revelations about the Trump White House. The content of the book remains relevant and new.
- 'Regime change but in a velvet glove': How Kevin Warsh has set out to remake the Fed
Kevin Warsh has initiated significant changes at the Fed through task forces aimed at rethinking its operations, signaling a 'quiet revolution.' The approach is described as 'regime change but in a velvet glove.'
- US treasury chief urged Trump not to host ‘Mr Bean on crack’ Zelenskyy, book says
US treasury secretary Scott Bessent reportedly advised Donald Trump not to host Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office, referring to the Ukrainian president as a 'little fucker', 'special-needs child', and 'Mr Bean on crack' according to a new book. The claims appear in 'Regime Change', a book by New York Times reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan.
- When the US comes for Cuba, what can Vietnam do?
The Trump administration's indictment of former Cuban president Raul Castro and sanctions on his successor Miguel Diaz-Canel indicate a policy shift toward regime change in Cuba. Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro's fall in January disrupted subsidized oil supplies, worsening Cuba's socio-economic crisis.
- Trump's "Great Man" theory: "No limits" to his power
President Trump claimed on 'The Axios Show' that he has found 'no limits' to his power since the Iran conflict, with a forthcoming book revealing his belief in being the most powerful man in history. The book details Trump comparing himself to historical figures like Attila the Hun and Genghis Khan, emphasizing his view of power through submission and global influence.
- New poll reveals where Americans stand after Trump agreement with Iran
A Reagan Institute poll shows Americans are divided on U.S. policy toward Iran, with 39% favoring a negotiated settlement and 36% supporting regime change. Partisan divides are evident, with Republicans more likely to prefer replacing Iran's government (50%) compared to Democrats, who favor diplomacy (52%).
- Trump from ‘hunted’ to ‘hunter’: New book details Trump’s push to test the limits of executive power
A new book by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan details President Donald Trump's second term, highlighting his shift from being 'hunted' to 'hunter' and his efforts to test the limits of executive power. The book suggests Trump's emboldenment stems from avoiding the challenges of a hypothetical 2020 election victory, leading him to dismantle institutions and challenge norms.
- Trump from 'hunted' to 'hunter': New book details Trump's push to test the limits of executive power
A new book by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan details how President Donald Trump's second term has been marked by a shift from being 'hunted' to 'hunter,' with him pushing executive power limits. The book argues that had Trump won the 2020 election, his second term might have faced more challenges, but his current term lacks such obstacles. Trump is reportedly considering JD Vance or Marco Rubio as potential successors in 2028.
- Takeaways From ‘Regime Change,’ Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan’s Book on Trump’s White House
A new book by New York Times reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan details President Trump's efforts to influence the federal government, cultural institutions, and news cycles to his will.
- 'Epic folly': As the US and Iran both declare victory, 'none of the problems were resolved'
Ali Vaez of the International Crisis Group argues that the US-Iran conflict failed to achieve strategic goals, leaving both sides with significant costs. Iran survived but faced economic devastation, while the US and Israel did not secure regime change or a better nuclear agreement.
- Scoop: Trump aides fear Haberman and Swan obtained Situation Room tapes for "Regime Change"
White House officials allege New York Times reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan obtained unauthorized audio recordings of Situation Room meetings for their book 'Regime Change.' The breach involves sensitive discussions, including verbatim dialogue from top-secret meetings, which the officials confirm without disputing the accounts.
- "Regime Change": New book reveals Trump team's Epstein leak fears
A new book by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan reveals that President Trump's aides held classified meetings in the Situation Room to manage leaks about their handling of Jeffrey Epstein files. The book details internal White House tensions, including Vice President JD Vance's proposal to use Tucker Carlson to interview Ghislaine Maxwell and Trump's insistence on suppressing the scandal.
- How Trump’s Team Navigated the Epstein Files Without Him
President Trump's advisers met in secret in the Situation Room without him to manage the Epstein files scandal, as revealed by reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan in their book 'Regime Change.'
- US sanctions Cuba's president Díaz-Canel and inner circle in push for regime change
The United States sanctioned Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel and his inner circle to pressure the island nation for regime change. Cuba immediately rejected the sanctions as part of Washington's ongoing efforts against its communist government.
- Summer most likely window for US attack on Cuba, Chinese defence tech firm says
A Chinese defense technology company, Jingan Technology, predicts a potential U.S. military attack on Cuba this summer, likely in the form of a rapid 'decapitation and paralysis' operation aimed at regime change rather than a large-scale invasion.
- Fidel Castro's anti-communist daughter hopes the U.S. will bring regime change to Cuba
Fidel Castro's daughter, who is anti-communist, supports U.S.-led regime change in Cuba. Meanwhile, many Cubans are protesting the U.S. indictment of their former president Raúl Castro.
- Ticket to regime change in Cuba: End the embargo
The U.S. embargo against Cuba is criticized as a failure for both nations, with the article advocating for its end to allow capitalism to flourish in Cuba rather than pursuing military intervention.
- ‘If Iran gets a bomb it will be Bibi’s’: Trump’s deal outline sparks alarm in Israel
Donald Trump's pre-emptive military action against Iran in February 2020, supported by Israel, failed to topple Tehran's regime. Trump's reported deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz has caused alarm in Israel, with concerns over Iran's potential nuclear capabilities and strategic setbacks for Netanyahu's government.
- Warsh’s Fed ‘Regime Change’ May Require Patience, Consensus
Kevin Warsh, chair of the US Federal Reserve, is highlighted in the context of a potential 'regime change' at the Fed, requiring patience and consensus. The article references his attendance at a 2026 swearing-in ceremony at the White House with his wife and Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
- Will Kevin Warsh Trumpify the Federal Reserve?
Incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has expressed a desire for regime change, but the article suggests that a full-scale revolution is improbable.