Fresh Air Are Trump's Executive Orders Legal?
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Feb 17, 2025 
Charlie Savage, a renowned constitutional scholar and New York Times writer, breaks down the complexities of executive power and its legal challenges. He discusses the tug-of-war between presidential authority and congressional oversight, especially in immigration policy and recent legal battles. TV critic David Bianculli dives into the cultural impact of 'Star Trek: Section 31' and 'Planet Earth: Asia,' connecting their narratives to modern storytelling and nature documentaries. Together, they explore how these themes resonate in today’s political landscape.
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Constitutional Crisis
- A constitutional crisis is a sliding scale, not on/off, says Charlie Savage.
- Trump's brazen law-breaking and potential disregard for court orders point towards a crisis.
Separation of Powers
- The US government divides power among three branches: presidency, Congress, and courts.
- Checks and balances prevent any one branch from accumulating too much power.
Supreme Court's Impact
- The current Supreme Court, with a conservative majority, has been redefining executive power.
- Their rulings favor increased presidential power and reduced roles for Congress and the courts.
