Trump is beginning to anger Republicans

Trump's extreme Trumpery is beginning to seriously worry, anger and infuriate members of his own party. His outrageous impromptu decisions and positively callous way he deals with his most trusted and trustworthy cabinet members are causing mayhem in Washington, and the Republican Party is pi..ed off. It was fine at the beginning of his administration because Trump's America First suited them and his determination to carry out his campaign promises could not be faulted. But the abrupt resignation of Jim Mattis at the Pentagon, a much-revered member of Trump's cabinet, has shocked everyone of Republican persuasion. Republican Senator Rand Paul was one of the few voices to speak out in favour of Trump's decision to pull out the 2,000 US troops from Syria - again it was a campaign promise - but even he would surely have preferred Mattis to stay as defence secretary. It's a pivotal moment for Trump. If he angers his own party, what chance has he got of getting anything done, and what risks will he be creating for himself if the Democrats start impeachment proceedings once they take over control of the House of Representatives next month? The Republican senate majority gets bigger next month which should make life easier for the president. But if he continues in his current vein, and more key people resign, even some formerly loyal Republicans might think of joining the Democrats to oust Trump from power. It seems unlikely at this point but if Republican doubters lose faith in Trump and fear he will do long-term damage to the country, will they be courageous enough to vote against him in any impeachment proceedings? As Trump pushes ahead to a reelection campaign for 2020, he might be wise to consider these questions. As for the Democrats, they probably hope his impetuous leadership style will lead to a disaster, and then everyone of whatever political persuasion will want him to go.