In 'The Fifth Risk: Undoing Democracy,' Michael Lewis delivers a searing examination of the destabilization brought upon the U.S. government by individuals unprepared for the offices they hold. Eyewitness accounts reveal the concerning truth: after the 2016 election, many departments faced a dangerous vacuum of leadership. With crucial programs like food stamps at risk of being dismantled and a lack of staff to handle nuclear threats and census responsibilities, the book highlights the perils of willful ignorance at the highest levels of government. Unsung heroes, dedicated public servants who maintain the gears of democracy, share their fears and steadfast commitment in the wake of administrative chaos.