The latest Above the Law piece offers a catalog of figures who extended trust to Donald Trump and later found themselves on the wrong end of his decisions. The headline frames these episodes as 'backstabbings,' suggesting a pattern that goes beyond ordinary political friction.
While the full list of examples is not available in the excerpt, the framing implies a consistent dynamic: Trump's relationships are transactional, and loyalty is not necessarily returned. For lawyers, advisors, and political allies, this creates a risk calculus that the article appears to explore.
The piece's tone, opening with the observation that such betrayals can be 'exhausting,' suggests a weary recognition of a familiar cycle. As a single source, it offers a perspective rather than a comprehensive account, but it underscores the legal and professional stakes of aligning with a powerful figure whose commitments may be fleeting.