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Capehart and Continetti on Trump pushing the limits of executive power

The PBS NewsHour segment featuring Jonathan Capehart and Michael Gerson discusses former President Donald Trump's actions in pushing the limits of executive power. They analyze Trump's recent moves, including his handling of classified documents and his interactions with the Department of Justice, which have raised concerns about the erosion of democratic norms and the separation of powers. The discussion highlights how Trump's behavior challenges the legal and political frameworks designed to prevent abuses of power by the executive branch. Both commentators express worry over the implications for future presidencies and the rule of law, emphasizing the need for accountability and checks and balances to maintain the integrity of democratic institutions.

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[ https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/capehart-and-continetti-on-trump-pushing-the-limits-of-executive-power ]