[grobdriver]

Trump "seemed surprised" by the scope of the president's responsibilities

Just as, I'm sure, was Barry when he visited W in 2008.
In Dick Cheney's words - "Clueless"

I doubt anyone except a former VP getting a promotion could know what all goes on in the president's office.

[Buckeye McFrog]

I doubt anyone except a former VP getting a promotion could know what all goes on in the president's office.

Outstanding point!

[Steve_Seattle]

"I doubt anyone except a former VP getting a promotion could know what all goes on in the president's office."

Or a former First Lady and cabinet member like Hillary. BUT, when Bill and Hillary first came to Washington, they were in the same situation as Trump.