Presidents reveal themselves in unexpected ways. Their habits, both public and private, offer glimpses into their character. Their words, especially unscripted ones, often tell us more than prepared speeches.
In a recent sit-down with Fox News host Laura Ingraham, President Donald Trump shared thoughts on a wide range of topics. The conversation, broadcast on The Ingraham Angle, covered pressing national issues. Trump appeared comfortable and candid throughout the exchange.
Then came an unexpected moment of revelation. Ingraham observed that Trump doesn’t sleep much and asked what he does when he can’t fall asleep at night.
Trump responded with an admission about his predecessor that few could have anticipated. Indeed, he identified “the only thing I totally admired about sleepy Joe Biden.”
“He’d go to a beach, he’d lay down on a cot, barely able to get his feet through the sand, he’d lay down, and within minutes he’s sleeping,” Trump said.
The 78-year-old president couldn’t help but contrast this with his own sleeping habits.
“I could never do that,” Trump admitted, calling it “about the only thing I think that was wonderful” about Biden.
The comment offers more than just a humorous observation. It also highlights fundamental differences in presidential temperament and approach to the job. Don’t we deserve a president who’s always on the job?
TRUMP: "The only thing I totally admired about Sleepy Joe Biden is the following; he'd go to a beach, he'd lay down on a cot, barely able to get his feet through the sand, within minutes he's sleeping."
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— Brian Kobilka (@BrianKobilka) March 20, 2025
A Tale of Two Presidents
While Biden was frequently photographed lounging at Rehoboth Beach during his presidency, Trump has long been known for his minimal sleep schedule. His former White House physician Dr. Ronny Jackson confirmed Trump functioned on just four to five hours of sleep nightly during his first term.
The contrast speaks volumes. One leader easily relaxes on the beach. The other remains constantly engaged, posting on social media late into the night and early in the morning. I’ve always believed you can tell a lot about a leader by what keeps them up at night – or doesn’t.
Trump summed up his approach simply.
“A lot of people that love what they’re doing don’t sleep much, I find,” Trump said. “And so far it’s been OK.”
Sleep patterns might seem trivial compared to policy decisions. Yet they reflect deeper aspects of leadership style. Trump’s restless energy translates to constant engagement with the job. His limited sleep suggests a mind continuously working on the nation’s problems.
The president’s comment wasn’t meant as a compliment without qualification. After acknowledging Biden’s ability to fall asleep easily as “wonderful,” Trump quickly pivoted back to criticizing his predecessor as a “disaster.”
Classic Trump – giving credit where it’s due before getting back to the uncomfortable truths.
This moment of candor reveals Trump’s unfiltered communication style. He speaks his mind, even acknowledging a trait in a political opponent that he himself lacks.
Leadership Under Pressure
High-stakes leadership positions demand different qualities from different personalities. Some leaders thrive on constant engagement. Others require rest and reflection to make sound decisions – or just nap while Rome burns, perhaps?
Trump’s late-night and early-morning social media activity shows a president perpetually connected to the public conversation. His minimal sleep schedule mirrors his approach to the presidency itself: constantly active, always engaged.
“I would never be able to sleep like that,” Trump reiterated in the interview, drawing a clear line between his leadership approach and Biden’s.
The observation raises important questions about presidential temperament. Does effective leadership require constant vigilance? Or does it benefit from periods of deep rest and disconnection? I think most Americans would prefer a president who loses sleep over their problems rather than one who sleeps soundly despite them.
For conservative Americans who value tireless dedication to duty, Trump’s sleepless work ethic resonates deeply. It suggests a president unwilling to rest while challenges remain unaddressed.
In times of global uncertainty, Americans look for leaders who remain engaged when others might be sleeping. Trump’s off-hand comment about Biden’s ability to nap easily has revealed more than just different sleeping habits. It has highlighted contrasting visions of leadership itself.
The presidency never truly sleeps. Neither, it seems, does Trump.
Source: Daily Mail
