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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 1H 11M

Trump's Toughest Week Yet? Major Setbacks, GOP Divisions, and Growing Resistance

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Was this the week that exposed growing cracks in Trump's political agenda?In this video, we examine a series of setbacks and controversies that have fueled debate across Washington and beyond. From questions surrounding the SAVE Act and disputes over funding priorities, to backlash involving the Kennedy Center and broader concerns about economic hardship, immigration enforcement, and U.S. foreign policy, critics argue that several key Trump-aligned priorities are facing increasing resistance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Was this the week that exposed growing cracks in Trump's political agenda?In this video, we examine a series of setbacks and controversies that have fueled debate across Washington and beyond. From questions surrounding the SAVE Act and disputes over funding priorities, to backlash involving the Kennedy Center and broader concerns about economic hardship, immigration enforcement, and U.S. foreign policy, critics argue that several key Trump-aligned priorities are facing increasing resistance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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