Unchecked Power: The Risks to American Democracy in Trump’s Second Term

Trump has launched a series of aggressive policy moves that critics argue consolidate executive power, sideline oversight mechanisms, and create fertile ground for corruption.

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Unchecked Power: The Risks to American Democracy in Trump’s Second Term

As President Donald Trump begins his second term, his administration’s swift and controversial actions are raising alarm bells about the integrity of America’s system of checks and balances. In collaboration with tech mogul Elon Musk, Trump has launched a series of aggressive policy moves that critics argue consolidate executive power, sideline oversight mechanisms, and create fertile ground for corruption.

A Rapid Expansion of Executive Authority

Since taking office on January 20, 2025, President Trump has issued unprecedented executive orders, drastically reshaping U.S. policies at home and abroad. These directives, which address issues ranging from immigration to federal agency functions, have bypassed legislative debate and sparked over 70 legal challenges.