Consider This from NPR Trump uses government powers to target perceived enemies
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Apr 29, 2025 Tom Dreisbach, NPR's investigative journalist, dives into President Trump's controversial tactics of using government power to retaliate against perceived enemies. He reveals how over 100 individuals and institutions are feeling the repercussions of Trump's actions, including criminal probes and deportation attempts. Dreisbach uncovers alarming patterns of targeting critics, emphasizing the potential threat these actions pose to democracy and justice. His insights shed light on the chilling impact of political retribution in America.
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Trump's April 9th Retaliation
- On April 9th, Trump held a black Sharpie and issued orders targeting his enemies via presidential memorandums.\n- The targets included law firms, former officials, and critics like Miles Taylor and Christopher Krebs.
Retaliation Across Society
- Trump is using government power to punish over 100 individuals and institutions across various sectors.\n- This includes political opponents, student protesters, news organizations, and lawyers who investigated him.
Power Grabs Under Trump
- Trump's rapid moves aim to seize power and punish opponents in media, academia, immigration, and more.\n- Conservative Amanda Carpenter calls it an assault on fundamental rights in many sectors.