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Trump's MAGA Coalition Faces Internal Strife and Identity Crisis

7/5/2025

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Trumpism is shaped by opportunists like Bannon and Carlson, who align with the former president for personal gain rather than genuine ideology. While they wield influence, Trump is the true mastermind of his policies, often casting aside those who no longer fit his agenda. The MAGA coalition is now wrestling with its own identity amid rising internal strife.

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Story summary

Trumpism is shaped by opportunists like Bannon and Carlson, who align with the former president for personal gain rather than genuine ideology. While they wield influence, Trump is the true mastermind of his policies, often casting aside those who no longer fit his agenda. The MAGA coalition is now wrestling with its own identity amid rising internal strife.