What does the cryptic crossword clue "Naive heel in charge following fool in the White House? (10)" mean?

The definition is "Naive". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SIMP (synonym="fool") + LIST (synonym="heel") + IC (synonym="in charge") = SIMPLISTIC; definition: "Naive" The answer is SIMPLISTIC.

Naive heel in charge following fool in the White House? (10)

Times Cryptic #28784 | 12 Across | 2023-12-12 flower

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