> Completely destroying the US is not ideal for him,

Exactly, just as taking out structural supports when stripping copper and goods from a three story walkup is sub optimal and potentially fatal.

But make no mistake, from way out here (Australia), having watched the US for decades, it really does look like you've a grifter inside the house taking everything that isn't nailed down with zero concern for anyone else in the US.

It's a bad time for those that cannot afford shiny gold baubles.