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Weekly Roundup: Trump Calls Zelensky a Dictator While Crowning Himself King

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Executive Orders and Regulatory Control

This chapter examines a significant executive order from a former president that centralizes power over independent regulatory agencies, requiring White House oversight for new regulations. The discussion highlights the potential risks of diminished independence and the growing influence of executive control on key regulatory bodies like the SEC and FCC. It critiques the normalization of such authority, the inherent threats facing dissenters, and the concerning parallels to authoritarian practices, ultimately questioning the responsibilities of Congress members in this shifting political landscape.

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