The Trump administration’s transition has been marked by infighting, delays, and missteps, according to a new report.
One source told the Times that the Trump team is “a mess” and that “there is no clear leadership.” Another source said that “there are a lot of sharp elbows and raised voices.”
The report also details how the Trump team has alienated some key allies, including Vice President Mike Pence and former national security adviser Michael Flynn.
Pence has reportedly been sidelined by Trump, who has favored his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, instead. Flynn was ousted after just 24 days in office, after it was revealed that he had misled the vice president about his contacts with Russian officials.
The report concludes that the Trump administration is still finding its footing and that it is unclear how it will handle the challenges ahead.