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Trump's Shutdown Power Play Favors Big Tech Interests

11/22/2025

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The article argues that during the government shutdown, U.S. President Donald Trump abused power by bypassing Congress to reward allies and punish opponents.
It says actions tied to artificial intelligence and the Education Department illustrate that abuse.
The article contends Congress could have used its financial authority to prevent these actions but did not.
It concludes the outcome is a governance setback that benefits Big Tech interests.

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Story summary

The article argues that during the government shutdown, U.S. President Donald Trump abused power by bypassing Congress to reward allies and punish opponents.
It says actions tied to artificial intelligence and the Education Department illustrate that abuse.
The article contends Congress could have used its financial authority to prevent these actions but did not.
It concludes the outcome is a governance setback that benefits Big Tech interests.