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Trump’s 100 Days: 140 Executive Actions vs. Congress

5/2/2025

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In his first 100 days, President Trump has signed an astonishing 140 executive actions, overshadowing Congress's mere five laws. This shift highlights a growing trend of congressional power slipping into the hands of the executive branch. While GOP leaders back Trump's bold moves, worries about fiscal responsibility and the future of spending bills loom large.

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In his first 100 days, President Trump has signed an astonishing 140 executive actions, overshadowing Congress's mere five laws. This shift highlights a growing trend of congressional power slipping into the hands of the executive branch. While GOP leaders back Trump's bold moves, worries about fiscal responsibility and the future of spending bills loom large.