NYT...Trump Reaches Beyond West Wing for Counsel

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Trump Reaches Beyond West Wing for Counsel

By MAGGIE HABERMAN and GLENN THRUSHAPRIL 22, 2017

WASHINGTON — Relationships have always been President Trump’s currency and comfort, helping him talk his way into real estate deals over three decades in New York. Those who know him best say that his outer confidence has always belied an inner uncertainty, and that he needs to test ideas with a wide range of people.

As Mr. Trump’s White House advisers jostle for position, the president has turned to another group of advisers — from family, real estate, media, finance and politics, and all outside the White House gates — many of whom he consults at least once a week.

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