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WATCH: Trump now showing 'great level of political acumen,' former staffer says

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Harrison Fields, who worked as the White House principal deputy press secretary under Trump from January to August 2025, recently commented that Trump is now demonstrating a "great level of political acumen." This assessment was made in November 2026.

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Harrison Fields, who formerly served as the White House principal deputy press secretary from January to August 2025, recently commented that Donald Trump is now displaying a "great level of political acumen." This assessment marks a shift in perception regarding Trump's political strategies and decision-making processes. The comment reflects an evolving view of Trump’s recent activities but does not specify the particular actions or decisions that prompted this change in perspective.

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Trump now showing 'great level of political acumen,' former staffer says Harrison Fields served as the White House principal deputy press secretary from January to August 2025.

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2026-11-09 · ABC News (US)

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Trump now showing 'great level of political acumen,' former staffer says Harrison Fields served as the White House principal deputy press secretary from January to August 2025. asserted

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