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Mar 2025
41m 18s

Trump Harnesses Government To Put Critic...

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First: Settling the score. Using threats, retribution and the levers of presidential power, Donald Trump unleashes the federal government on his critics. While Elon Musk pushes the limits. What guardrails remain? Plus: Revolt. Democrats itch for a fight. My new reporting on House Democrats' next moves. Is this their tea party moment? And: Rolling over? New ... Show More
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