Former National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, in a CBS "Face the Nation" interview, emphasized that former President Donald Trump needs a competent team around him due to his susceptibility to manipulation, particularly by figures like Russian President Vladimir Putin. McMaster noted that while Trump can make sound decisions, he often struggles to maintain them. Promoting his new book, McMaster described White House meetings as "exercises in competitive sycophancy" and highlighted the ongoing threat posed by Iran, criticizing the Biden administration's approach to the issue.