Trump is in ‘Legacy Mode’ as He Fixates on Making His Mark, Aides Say The notion that Donald Trump is in "legacy mode" has been circulating among his aides, but it raises more questions than answers.
What does this fixation on leaving a lasting mark really mean for the president, and what are the implications for those around him?
At its core, Trump's legacy obsession stems from a desire to be remembered as one of America's greatest presidents – a notion that has become increasingly detached from reality.