He creates a chaotic situation and amps up the volume. Then he backs down, settles with the parties involved and declares victory. He moves on to the next chaotic situation so fast that it is normal to focus on that, instead of the "problem he solved." That is what happens in the homes of abused people. Don't just give me a kneejerk response. Look back over the history. Remember the standoff over the debt ceiling? Think about it. There is a pattern. Or, defend him blindly. If I was a Republican, I would be looking for someone else to follow. Someone less abusive. Someone with a spine.