Sit Down with Michael Franzese

Former Mob Boss Breaks Down Trump's Godfather Strategy


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Trump vs. Don Corleone: I See the Same Power Moves

People call Trump a mob boss like it’s an insult. But after watching him handle Putin and Ukraine, I’m saying—maybe that’s exactly what we need.
I’ve been in those rooms. I know what real power looks like. And when I see Trump flying to Alaska, making Putin come to him, then summoning every European leader to the White House—that’s straight out of The Godfather. Don Corleone called all five family bosses together to end a war. Trump’s doing the same thing with world leaders.
The left hates this comparison, but here’s what they’re missing: Don Corleone wanted to stop the kil*ing. Trump wants to stop the kil*ing. Whether it’s ego, strategy, or genuine concern—who cares if it saves lives? You think I’m giving Trump too much credit? Fine. But I know mob tactics when I see them, and positioning nuclear subs near Russia while negotiating peace? That’s textbook intimidation with a purpose.
Both men understood one thing: you negotiate from a position of strength, not weakness. You make people come to you. You control the room. And if they don’t play ball, there are consequences.
Like him or hate him, Trump’s playing this like a boss. The question is—will it work?
Former Mob Boss Breaks Down Trump's Godfather Strategy

0:00 - Introduction: Is Trump Using Godfather Tactics?

1:52 - The Parallels to The Godfather
2:55 - Don Corleone's peace meeting
5:22 - Trump's goal to end war
6:02 - Putin's Alaska visit significance
6:54 - Power dynamics with Putin
7:45 - Political reaction and motives
8:39 - War demands from Ukraine and Russia
9:30 - NATO leaders at White House
10:24 - Nuclear submarines power move
11:17 - Praise for Trump's handling
12:41 - Mob boss strategy analysis
14:14 - Audience call for comments
15:33 - Political division and pushback
17:10 - Global power connections
18:19 - Trump's independence from mob
20:05 - Historical mob peace talks
21:00 - Possible consequences
22:20 - Trump's negotiation approach
23:31 - Audience question
24:50 - Diplomatic power recap
26:08 - Trump as Don Corleone
28:29 - Conclusion and Closing remarks
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