Summary
President Trump has taken several significant actions over the past two weeks, including imposing new global tariffs, orchestrating a major media merger, blacklisting a leading AI company, and launching a military operation in the Middle East. These moves were made unilaterally without new laws or congressional approval. The actions are seen as part of Trump's effort to assert presidential power.
Key Facts
- President Trump imposed a 10% global tariff under an emergency law after a Supreme Court ruling.
- A major media merger occurred with Trump allies gaining control of CNN, HBO, among other studios.
- Trump ordered federal agencies to stop doing business with AI startup Anthropic, citing it as a "supply chain risk."
- A military operation was launched against Iran, marking a significant escalation without congressional approval.
- Trump has largely used executive orders and military power to bypass Congress.
- A poll during these actions showed Trump's disapproval rating at 59%.
- Trump has signed fewer laws than any recent president at this stage in his term.
