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Trump Expands Power, Ignites Controversy Amid Disapproval

1/23/2026

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has expanded executive power in his second term, challenging norms.
Scholars say the administration sidelined Congress, redirected funding, and targeted freedom of speech by controlling information.
He used the Department of Justice for political retribution, mixing policy with business.
The administration disrupted public health initiatives by slashing funding and altering vaccine schedules.
Most Americans disapprove of his performance while he remains popular with his base.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has expanded executive power in his second term, challenging norms.
Scholars say the administration sidelined Congress, redirected funding, and targeted freedom of speech by controlling information.
He used the Department of Justice for political retribution, mixing policy with business.
The administration disrupted public health initiatives by slashing funding and altering vaccine schedules.
Most Americans disapprove of his performance while he remains popular with his base.