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Front Burner How 100 days of Trump is changing America
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May 5, 2025 
In a thought-provoking conversation, Alex Shephard, Senior Editor at The New Republic, delves into the tumultuous start of Donald Trump’s second administration. He discusses the surge of executive orders, highlighting their impact on governance and federal agencies. The conversation also touches on immigration reform, revealing how recent policies may erode due process rights for vulnerable communities. Additionally, Shephard analyzes the economic turmoil, shifting global dynamics, and the complicated relationship between Trump and the media, predicting lasting ramifications for America.
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Breaking Constitutional Norms
- The Trump administration broke constitutional and political norms to push far-right priorities aggressively.
- They targeted and dismantled federal agencies, weakening government expertise and capacity.
Targeted Agency Cuts
- Cuts to federal agencies mostly target parts disliked by Republicans and the wealthy, not waste reduction.
- Military spending remains untouched, despite claims of budget cuts elsewhere.
Health Agency Brain Drain
- Experienced federal health agency staff have been laid off or left due to cuts and ideological changes.
- This reduces government research and capacity in vital areas like communicable diseases.