The same people claiming that Trump is being led or controlled, are likely the same idiots whining that Trump isn't immediately doing what they demand of him, ie., release Epstein's client list, put Hillary, and her minions in prison, arrest anyone for the 2020 steal, etc.
“Not sure why everyone thinks Trump is easily lead around.”
His extensive history indicates he is easily lead around.
However, the attack decision was probably extensively debated. Tempers flared on Free Republic, and probably elsewhere.
“WHO’S WHO ON TRUMP’S NATIONAL SECURITY COUNCIL?”
“Who sits in the Situation Room?”