The following are opinions about ex-President Donald Trump by those who worked with him in Washington.
“He puts himself before country. His actions are all about him and not about the country.” — Mark Esper, secretary of defense
“The depths of his dishonesty is just astounding to me … . He is the most flawed person I have ever met in my life.” — John Kelly, secretary of Homeland Security and White House chief of staff
“He is more dangerous than anyone could ever imagine.” — James Mattis, secretary of defense
“President Trump and other officials have repeatedly compromised our principles in pursuit of partisan advantage and personal gain.” — H.R. McMaster, national security adviser
“Anyone who puts himself over the Constitution should never be president of the United States. … President Trump demanded that I choose between him and the Constitution.” — Mike Pence, vice president.
Sandy Kremer
Youngwood