Slate News What Next | The Trump Restoration
Dec 31, 2024
Jim Newell, a senior politics reporter at Slate and the mastermind behind "The Surge" newsletter, dives headfirst into the tumultuous political landscape as we near the end of the year. He humorously contrasts Biden's presidency with Trump's looming influence, highlighting the erosion of checks and balances that may arise in 2025. Newell also critiques Biden’s legacy and discusses the evolving strategies Democrats need to adopt to effectively engage voters amid a post-Trump world. Buckle up as political dynamics continue to shift!
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Trump's Senate Strategy
- Trump aims to gain Senate control through unconventional nominations.
- Republican senators seek justifications to support these nominees, fearing Trump's disapproval.
Trump's Mandate Claim
- Trump claims a mandate despite a close popular vote win.
- His campaign uses this perceived mandate to push their agenda, potentially risking backlash.
Cabinet Picks and Policy Concerns
- Trump's cabinet picks raise concerns about potential policy shifts, like vaccine policies under RFK Jr.
- While concerning, these picks reflect a pattern of rewarding loyalists, some with unorthodox views.