The New York Times journalist Jonathan Swan, co-author with Maggie Haberman of the new book Regime Change, says former President Donald Trump is fixated on becoming a "great man of history" during his second term. Swan notes that Trump even "relished in being compared to dictators like Hitler and Stalin," highlighting the former president's complex view of his historical legacy.

Regime Change delves into Trump's mindset and ambitions, portraying a leader deeply concerned with his place in history. The book was discussed in an NPR News report published on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026.

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