Republicans Begin to Test the Limits of Trump’s Power by Flexing Their Own
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- President Trump celebrated the passage of a major tax and social safety net legislation last fall, claiming it would complete his legislative agenda for four years.
- Since then, Trump has challenged lawmakers to follow his lead, but his unilateral and impatient governing style has met resistance from some Republicans.
- Recently, four House Republicans joined Democrats in demanding Trump withdraw U.S. forces from Iran or seek congressional approval, defying his stance on executive authority in the conflict.
- A planned $1.8 billion fund to support Trump supporters claiming political persecution faced a Republican revolt, leading the administration to abandon the effort amid stalled immigration legislation.
- Despite these setbacks, Trump expressed uncertainty about the status of the fund while the Senate prepared to debate immigration bills previously delayed due to the funding dispute.