Best United States Executive Government Books of 2025

Get Trump: The Threat to Civil Liberties, Due Process, and Our Constitutional Rule of Law is a thought-provoking analysis by Alan Dershowitz, one of America's most respected legal scholars. Dershowitz delves into the dangerous departures from the rule of law and constitutional norms in the unremitting efforts by political opponents of Donald Trump to "get" him. He argues that defenders of Trump's constitutional rights are being silenced, and their free speech rights attacked, all in the interest of stopping him from running in 2024. This book is a must-read for those interested in political conservatism and liberalism.

Killing Kennedy: Exposing the Plot, the Cover-Up, and the Consequences offers a fresh and insightful take on the JFK assassination. Author Jack Roth interviews a diverse group of people, from researchers to family members of those involved in the case, to understand the lasting impact of the tragedy. The book provides a "people's history" of the event, offering a respectful and emotional account that sheds new light on this pivotal moment in American and world history. Overall, Killing Kennedy is an outstanding and significant contribution to our understanding of the event, making it a must-read for anyone interested in this period of history.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham's latest work, "And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle," is a captivating and illuminating portrait of one of America's most revered leaders. Meacham chronicles Lincoln's life, from his humble beginnings on the Kentucky frontier to his presidency during the Civil War and tragic assassination. Through Meacham's lens, Lincoln emerges as a complex and imperfect man driven by a moral commitment to end slavery and do what was right. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and politics.

"An Ordinary Man: The Surprising Life and Historic Presidency of Gerald R. Ford" is an eye-opening biography of the underrated leader who guided the nation through its worst Constitutional crisis and economic downturn with little fanfare or credit. Author Richard Norton Smith draws on hundreds of interviews and thousands of documents to recreate Ford's hardscrabble childhood, anti-establishment politics, and lifelong love affair with Betty Bloomer. Smith argues that Ford's presidency set the course for post-liberal America and a post-Cold War world. This book is a marvelous achievement and a must-read for anyone interested in American history and politics."

The book "Nine Black Robes" by Joan Biskupic provides an inside look at the history-making era in the Supreme Court during the Trump and post-Trump years. Biskupic details how rights are stripped away or expanded through the inner maneuverings among the Supreme Court justices. The book reveals the private dramas and conflicts of the court, ultimately leading to the seismic reversal of Roe v. Wade and a half-century of women's abortion rights. Overall, Biskupic's informative, briskly paced, and gracefully written book offers a fascinating and urgent look at the Supreme Court's drive to the right and its historic consequences.

This book is a memoir by Kayleigh McEnany, former White House press secretary, describing her journey to the White House podium and how faith helped her overcome the challenges she faced. From being a White House intern to national television host, McEnany shares never-before-told anecdotes about what really happened within the Trump administration. The book is a New York Times bestseller and offers readers a unique insight into the high stakes moments in the West Wing. Overall, it is an inspiring and thought-provoking read that highlights the importance of faith in navigating difficult times.

Never Give an Inch: Fighting for the America I Love by Mike Pompeo is a New York Times bestseller that reveals how he spearheaded the Trump Administration's foreign policy breakthroughs. The book is a raw account of what it took to deliver winning outcomes, including his efforts to promote religious freedom around the world. The book is more than a historical review of the Trump Administration's greatest victories; it is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the challenges of the future. Pompeo's blend of remarkable stories of his interactions with world leaders and unmatched analysis of geopolitics makes this book unique and inspirational.

The Great Reset: Joe Biden and the Rise of Twenty-First-Century Fascism by Glenn Beck is a thought-provoking book that delves into the highly influential movement among the world's elite to "reset" the global economy using banks, government programs, and environmental, social, and governance metrics. Beck uses his trademark blend of humor, storytelling, and detailed analysis to reveal the unbelievable truth about the Great Reset, tying together nearly two decades of groundbreaking research about authoritarian movements and their efforts to fundamentally transform the United States. This book is a must-read for those interested in political conservatism and liberalism books and provides valuable insights into the radical movement.

Laptop from Hell: Hunter Biden, Big Tech, and the Dirty Secrets the President Tried to Hide is a controversial book that tells the inside story of the laptop that almost derailed President Joe Biden's campaign. Written by New York Post journalist Miranda Devine, the book exposes the coordinated censorship operation by Big Tech and the media establishment to stifle the New York Post's coverage. The book provides a treasure trove of corporate documents, emails, text messages, photographs, and voice recordings, spanning a decade, that reveal President Joe Biden's involvement in his son's ventures in China, Ukraine, and beyond. Overall, the book is a must-read for anyone interested in politics and the role of Big Tech in shaping public opinion.

Power Players: Sports, Politics, and the American Presidency is an insightful book that explores the relationship between modern presidents and sports. The book sheds light on how presidents have used sports to relate to the public and how sports have, in turn, shaped their presidencies. From Dwight Eisenhower's love for golf to Donald Trump's involvement in professional wrestling, the book covers it all. The author's love for sports is evident throughout the book, making it a must-read for sports and politics enthusiasts alike.