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The Economist

Checks and Balance newsletter: How Donald Trump has maximised his power

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Title: Checks and Balance newsletter: How Donald Trump has maximised his power

Original: Charlotte Howard, our New York bureau chief, reflects on the first year of the president’s second term

Rewrite: In this edition, our New York bureau chief, Charlotte Howard, examines the initial twelve months of the president’s second term, offering insights into how Donald Trump has expanded his authority.

Source: The Economist Generated at: 2025-12-19 22:36:25 UTC

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