- Trump has softened his attacks on Jimmy Carter, even saying he "didn't feel like being Jimmy Carter" when explaining why he avoided a risky Iran raid — a notable change in tone.
- Observers see real parallels: both presidents faced an unresolved Iran conflict (including threats to the Strait of Hormuz) and stubborn inflation, fueling talk about political fallout.
- Trump is increasingly focused on legacy, name‑checking past presidents (including Carter) and drawing historical comparisons — a conversation starter about how leaders are remembered.
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