People sometimes point out that “4D chess” is mathematically easier than normal chess, since every new dimension makes you harder to checkmate. But that’s exactly why it’s a powerful metaphor—Trump has an infinite supply of attention-attracting bankshots.
“New documents show that the head of the EPA received a ‘consulting fee’ from Exxon consisting of a brand new Panamax tanker.” “I just threatened to give Jerome Powell a seven-hour nougie if he doesn’t lower rates to negative five percent.”