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James Carville Urges Trump Administration Staff to Leak Information to Protect Their Reputations
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2026-06-21 14:14   Politics   12

James Carville Urges Trump Administration Staff to Leak Information to Protect Their Reputations

Democratic strategist James Carville used a recent episode of his Politics War Room podcast to encourage members of President Donald Trump's administration to leak information about internal White House operations.

Carville argued that staff members should prioritize protecting their own reputations and future historical legacy rather than remaining loyal to the administration.

Repeatedly telling aides to 'save yourself,' he claimed that government officials who provide information to reporters often fare better when history evaluates controversial administrations.Carville's comments were made during a discussion of 'Regime Change,' an upcoming book by journalists Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan.

According to Carville, early excerpts from the book portray a White House marked by internal conflicts, frequent leaks, and ongoing political turmoil.He suggested that many officials are already sharing information with the press and predicted that the trend would continue.

The strategist specifically encouraged younger administration employees to participate in leaking information, arguing that they should document and disclose what they witness inside the White House.

He used harsh language to describe the administration and urged staff members to reveal what he characterized as embarrassing, inappropriate, or damaging behavior by the president.

Carville also made a series of controversial predictions and personal criticisms regarding Trump's future, claiming that the president would not remain in office much longer and questioning his physical and cognitive condition.These remarks reflected Carville's longstanding opposition to Trump and were presented as personal opinions rather than verified facts.

The article concludes by noting that whether White House aides follow Carville's advice remains uncertain, but it emphasizes his belief that leaks from within the administration are already widespread and likely to continue.

Full reading at Raw Story - Celebrating 20 Years of Independent Journalism

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