In an interview on MS NOW with anchor Ari Melber, Tony Schwartz, co-author of Donald Trump’s book “The Art of the Deal,” offered a critical assessment of the former president’s current mental and decision-making abilities.

Schwartz argued that Trump appears increasingly unable to maintain consistent focus or coherent judgment while dealing with multiple high-pressure political issues.Schwartz pointed to recent developments, including tensions surrounding U.S.policy toward Iran, ongoing controversies related to an alleged political slush fund, and renewed attention on investigations connected to Jeffrey Epstein.

He suggested that Trump’s public statements and social media behavior reflect instability, describing rapid shifts in position—particularly regarding military actions—as evidence of confusion or lack of strategic consistency.

During the interview, Schwartz stated that Trump “doesn’t have the marbles” to effectively manage the demands of the presidency and claimed that he seems to operate primarily on immediate self-preservation rather than long-term planning or institutional decision-making.According to Schwartz, this short-term focus could contribute to increasingly problematic outcomes in governance and political strategy.

He further argued that Trump appears to lack steady instincts when facing adversity, implying that his reactions are driven more by impulse than deliberation.

Schwartz concluded that Trump seems “lost,” suggesting that his current approach to leadership lacks the structure or judgment needed to handle complex national and international issues.

The remarks were presented as Schwartz’s personal interpretation based on his past association with Trump and his ongoing public commentary on Trump’s behavior and leadership style.