In the 1990s, there was [Bill] Clinton derangement syndrome. Then, we had [George W.] Bush and [Barack] Obama derangement syndromes, back in the first 16 years of this century.And now, we might be seeing [Donald]Trump derangement syndrome? By that, we mean this. The feeling that no matter what the president does, the left or right or whoever is out of power, is alarmed, outraged and distraught and they`re going to let you know no matter what.
Chuck ToddBarack Obama was better as a campaigner than as a - as a president sometimes in this same position. It is easier when you have a foil.
Chuck ToddOnce Donald Trump takes the oath of office as president of the United States, the Emoluments Clause of the Constitution makes it clear that he cannot accept those favors.
Chuck ToddThe State Department has been your beat for so long. It has always smelled like Bob Corker was the in case of emergency, the easy guy.
Chuck ToddNot only can [business conflicts] not be ignored, it needs to be dealt with really front and center before he can conduct [Donald's Trump] presidency.
Chuck Todd