The Rachel Maddow Show Doors slam on weak Trump as pushback hardens at every level
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Oct 18, 2025 In a landscape of pronounced political weakness, massive protests against Trump are anticipated, uniting individuals from students to older Americans. Legal pushback against federal authority is gaining momentum, with significant court rulings favoring civic rights. As the government shutdown drags on, concerns rise over the financial impacts of GOP policies on health insurance and workers. Notably, the elder generation is increasingly vocal in activism, showing how combined experiences bring them to the forefront of resistance.
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Trump's Moment Of Institutional Weakness
- Donald Trump is facing pronounced weakness across multiple institutions despite media focus on his chosen topics.
- Withdrawn nominations, staff exits, and data suppression signal declining administrative strength.
Economic Data Withheld Amid Shutdown
- The administration withheld routine economic reports during the shutdown, suggesting data management for political ends.
- Earlier firings and withdrawn nominations further show an aversion to bad publicity.
UVA Rejects Funding Compact After Protests
- Students and faculty at UVA protested a proposed compact tying federal funding to ideological conditions.
- The university publicly refused to sign after campus pushback.