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Congress, Power, and Influential Leaders
This chapter explores the tension between Congress and the executive branch, focusing on the worries regarding congressional leadership and its role in maintaining a balanced power structure. It highlights the detrimental shift among Republicans towards aligning with private sector leaders over legislative responsibilities, while also critiquing how social media and influential figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump shape public policy. Additionally, the chapter examines the implications of proposed budget cuts on defense, public perception of government efficiency, and the challenges in healthcare amidst political distractions.