I guess he probably is on our side, but he is not strong enough currently to survive with being as brass neck and up front as POTUS. Anyway, if you want to know what happens, you have to be present, and not put the brakes on? And if the minions are awe inspired by Trump's ability to engage the Press and also be independent from his staff  sufficient to surprise them, - well- sounds good to me! 1) get publicity 2) prove to all staff, spies included, that there is independence afoot.