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Trump Targets Media Bias, Cuts Regulations with AI

7/28/2025

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Trump Targets Media

President Donald Trump is ramping up his attacks on media outlets, hinting at possible license revocations for those he views as biased. In a bold move, his administration is also leveraging AI to slash federal regulations by 50% before his inauguration anniversary. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is paving the way for his sweeping policy changes with minimal oversight.

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Trump Cuts Regulations

The Trump administration is on a bold mission to slash federal regulations, aiming to cut 50% of rules by January 2026 with the help of an AI tool from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). While this could lead to significant cost savings, doubts about accuracy and legal compliance loom large, alongside growing resistance from federal employees.

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Historical Context

The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980 aimed to ease federal regulations on small businesses, with the Small Business Administration estimating regulatory costs at $1.9 trillion annually. In 2017, President Trump's administration initiated a deregulatory agenda, including Executive Order 13771, which mandated the repeal of two regulations for every new one proposed, reflecting ongoing debates about balancing efficiency and regulatory oversight in U.S. governance.

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Trump Targets Media

President Donald Trump is ramping up his attacks on media outlets, hinting at possible license revocations for those he views as biased. In a bold move, his administration is also leveraging AI to slash federal regulations by 50% before his inauguration anniversary. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is paving the way for his sweeping policy changes with minimal oversight.

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