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Trump's First 100 Days: Legal Battles and Border Controversies

5/2/2025

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In the tumultuous first 100 days of the Trump administration, the Justice Department grapples with fierce opposition from Democratic states. While Trump has made notable progress in curbing border encounters, the administration's hurried approach threatens to alienate judges and could result in costly mistakes in pivotal legal confrontations.

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Story summary

In the tumultuous first 100 days of the Trump administration, the Justice Department grapples with fierce opposition from Democratic states. While Trump has made notable progress in curbing border encounters, the administration's hurried approach threatens to alienate judges and could result in costly mistakes in pivotal legal confrontations.