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Trump signed a lot of executive orders on his first day, more than any other recent president. This shows he wants to make quick changes.
His orders included controversial topics like pardoning people from the Capitol riot and changing birthright citizenship rules. These decisions could cause legal challenges.
Experts are questioning whether he can really change long-standing laws with executive orders. It raises important legal debates about presidential power.

Joe Biden is showing signs of serious cognitive decline, making it hard for him to recall basic facts. This situation raises concerns about his ability to effectively lead.
The media has often downplayed Biden's cognitive issues, trying to protect him and avoid negative stories. This coverage failure may have serious implications for the future.
Biden and his close ones might have misled the public about his fitness to serve, risking the stability of the presidency. It's crucial to remember these actions for accountability.

The stakes are high as Trump aims to transform the American government in an authoritarian direction.
Trump's plan involves appointing loyalists, undermining career civil servants, and leveraging government resources for his personal and political gain.
There is a serious threat to democracy if Trump's authoritarian blueprint succeeds, leading to a weaker government and dismantling of limits on presidential power.

The new President has focused on shock therapy, deregulation, and an omnibus bill to tackle multiple fields.
The government has implemented fiscal and monetary measures in response to urgent economic issues.
The Milei/Caputo Plan is an emergency adjustment plan lacking a clear nominal anchor for long-term economic stability.

The American Revolution was not just against monarchy but also against overbearing legislative power.
Scholar Eric Nelson argues that the American executive was intended to have royal-esque powers.
Federalism and the limited powers of the federal government are crucial aspects often overlooked in discussions about executive authority.

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A veto threat from the President may not be credible when Congress supports the legislation with both parties, making it hard for the President to actually veto it. If a bill has a lot of support from Democrats, it seems like there's a strong agreement, and this weakens the threat of a veto.
The rules set by the Budget Control Act create a chance for a bill that the President doesn't like to pass, making veto threats more believable in this situation. This means the President could potentially influence the process by threatening a veto if the legislation leans too conservative.
If Congress takes actions that are seen as irresponsible, it could lead to a situation where the President would have a strong reason to veto. This might happen if Congress tries to block cuts that were agreed upon, giving the President a chance to position himself as the responsible one.