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Michael Knowles on Trump's power and conservative movement

Season 2025 Episode 51 | 11m 16s

During its first month, the Trump administration has brought dramatic proposals and unprecedented changes to the government, including an effort to remake the executive branch. Amna Nawaz discussed that with conservative commentator Michael Knowles for our series, On Democracy, looking at questions about laws, institutions and norms that have shaped America and the challenges they face today.

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