Is Trump's Power Finally Waning? Shocking New Evidence!

2025-06-03 12:00:22.712

This article explores the provocative question of whether Donald Trump's capacity to do harm is diminishing, four months into his second term. While acknowledging his immense power, it argues that his initial strategy of overwhelming the opposition with a flood of outrageous actions may be losing its effectiveness. Initially, Trump's actions—including shutting down government agencies, attacking checks and balances, intimidating judges and critics—were largely successful due to a save-yourself mentality among many targets. However, resistance has since regrouped. Over 180 judges have ruled against his actions, emboldened by his overreach and the incompetence of his aides. The courts have shown less deference to executive power, and even conservative lawyers are turning against him. Setbacks have occurred even in areas previously considered Trump strongholds, such as immigration. Deportation efforts have been halted, and universities, initially appeasing Trump, are now fighting back. Harvard's lawsuit against the administration has galvanized other universities and law firms to collective defense. Public approval has plummeted, and even former allies like Elon Musk are distancing themselves. Trump's foreign policy has also faced challenges. His erratic tariffs have harmed the economy, and his approach to the Ukraine and Israeli-Palestinian conflicts has been ineffective. His attempts to spin reality are also meeting resistance from parts of the media and the public. While acknowledging that Trump can still cause damage through legislation, the article suggests that this path is more difficult due to the narrow Republican majority in Congress and the growing opposition. The article concludes that while it's risky to declare "peak Trump," resistance is working, and continued opposition is crucial.