Post Reports Gaza ‘take over,’ tariffs and Trump’s free reign
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Feb 6, 2025 
Naftali Bendavid, a senior national political correspondent, provides keen insights into President Trump's controversial proposals, including a bold plan for Gaza that raises ethical concerns about displacing Palestinians. Joining him is national politics reporter Hannah Knowles, who analyzes the lack of pushback from Congress regarding Trump's tariff strategies and broader political maneuvers. Together, they discuss the evolving dynamics within the Republican Party and the implications for U.S. foreign policy amidst a backdrop of minimized resistance to Trump's actions.
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Checks on Trump's Second Term
- A central question about a second Trump term is the extent of checks on his power and how much further he'll go.
- Initial answers suggest few checks and potentially more extreme actions.
Trump's Gaza Proposal
- Trump proposed the US take over Gaza, displace Palestinians, and create a "Riviera" in the Middle East.
- This involves relocating two million Palestinians to Jordan or Egypt, raising ethical and logistical concerns.
Contradiction with "America First"
- Trump's Gaza proposal clashes with his "America First" stance, advocating disengagement from foreign entanglements.
- Republicans haven't strongly pushed back, likely due to Trump's influence and their cautious approach.