By Nicole Weatherholtz | Tuesday, 23 December 2025 07:17 PM EST
Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows stated on Tuesday that President Donald Trump is poised to become the “most transformational president” Americans have seen in their lifetime. Arguing Trump has returned to Washington, D.C., determined to deliver results rather than rhetoric, Meadows made the remarks during an appearance on The Record With Greta Van Susteren.
Meadows, who served Trump in his first term, described how Washington operates: “Lots of talk, and the second is no action.” He said Trump has learned firsthand how the city runs on promises while producing little tangible progress. Meadows emphasized that during his final term, Trump observed government dysfunction as power brokers claimed momentum had stalled despite his belief that progress was lagging.
“This time he is turning it upside down,” Meadows stated. “He is going to make sure not only we see progress but that he is the most transformational president we’ve seen in our lifetime.” The former North Carolina congressman also highlighted Trump’s willingness to address politically volatile foreign policy topics directly with the public, citing his blunt response on Venezuelan oil as an example.
When questioned about U.S. actions regarding Venezuelan oil amid escalating pressure campaigns against the nation, Meadows noted: “Well, he said what most Americans believe: just keep the oil.” Turning to Greenland, Meadows asserted Trump aims to ensure the semi-autonomous Danish territory remains aligned with American interests rather than adversaries like Russia. He added that a strong U.S. military presence there would support diplomatic solutions and secure Greenland as an ally against rivals.
