

“He Was Pissed”: Trump’s Vile New Threat over Tariffs Takes Scary Turn
Apr 30, 2025
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Imperial Presidency and Bullying
- Trump's bullying of Amazon over tariffs exemplifies an 'imperial presidency' using government power to coerce private companies.
- This overreach violates checks and balances and undermines democratic norms.
Public Views Trump as Dictator
- 52% see Trump as a dangerous dictator threatening democracy, versus 44% who see him as a strong leader.
- Independents mostly view Trump as dictatorial, indicating broad alienation from authoritarianism.
Support for Constitutional Limits
- 78% of Americans reject the idea that presidents should ignore Congress or Supreme Court when blocked.
- Most public supports constitutional checks and balances, opposing presidential overreach.