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Apr 2025
19m 31s

Is gravity catching up to Trump?

THE WASHINGTON POST
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President Trump keeps losing in court. A few Republican senators have started to criticize his administration’s actions, albeit mildly. And consumer confidence and the stock market are plunging with news of more and more tariffs. Are we starting to see some cracks in the MAGA unity that’s held strong since Trump’s victory in November? Columnists Dana Milbank ... Show More
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