Trump's Team Believes He Is an Elected Dictator
Briefly

Voter disillusionment is growing among Trump supporters in light of policies that contradict expectations, particularly regarding economic management and presidential power. Trump is seen moving beyond traditional executive limits, asserting total control over federal agencies, and diminishing legislative and judicial powers. His advisers promote an aggressive interpretation of the 'unitary executive' theory, indicating a significant shift in governance and an alarming trend toward authoritarianism. This environment raises concerns regarding the preservation of checks and balances essential to the U.S. Constitution.
Those who backed him because they wanted a return to economic normalcy are not going to be happy with the price-inflating trade war he has launched.
Trump's key advisers think of him exactly that way, reflecting their radical views on presidential power over the executive branch.
The 'unitary executive' theory holds that the president should have total control of federal-agency operations, undermining Congress's roles.
Trump 2.0 has already gone far beyond the executive branch, threatening Congress and the judicial branch—the foundation of American governance.
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