"Budowich stated, 'Just tell him the truth. What is your truth?' He pointed out that business leaders often get intimidated in the Oval Office and misrepresent the situation, saying, 'Everything's great, sir.'"
"'You were just saying, like there was a cataclysmic event about to happen, and now we're here,' Budowich remarked, illustrating the disconnect between reality and the reassurances given to Trump."
"Budowich, who left the White House for the private sector, now leads Sovereign Advisors, a crisis communications firm, and has added key figures to strengthen his operations."
Budowich emphasized the importance of honesty when communicating with Trump, noting that business leaders often feel pressured to present a false sense of security. He highlighted a tendency for leaders to downplay serious issues, stating that they often say everything is great despite looming crises. After leaving the White House, Budowich founded a crisis communications firm and has maintained close ties with influential figures in Trump's circle, including Vice President JD Vance.
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