Trump unbound: the making of an imperial presidency – podcast

The Guardian has released a new podcast examining Donald Trump's second term. Hosted by Jonathan Freedland and featuring New York Times journalist Jonathan Swan, the episode analyzes how Trump has consolidated executive power with minimal internal checks. This contrasts sharply with his first term, when politicians and lawyers were more likely to mount challenges. The podcast explores how the president is using concentrated authority to reshape policy across the economy and immigration. Swan, co-author of the book Regime Change with Maggie Haberman, discusses what this consolidation means for America and the world.

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