The Roy Cohn Revival: Unpacking the Legacy of Trump's Mentor The recent surge in interest surrounding Roy Cohn, Donald Trump's erstwhile mentor and friend, highlights disturbing parallels between these two figures.
Both rose to prominence by exploiting the insecurities and anxieties of their time, leaving a trail of ruined lives and reputations in their wake. Cohn's notoriety extends far beyond his association with Trump.
As chief counsel to Senator Joseph McCarthy in the early 1950s, he played a pivotal role in shaping the Red Scare, which destroyed countless reputations and left a lasting impact on American politics.