Purge Now, Pay Later
Trump's government takedown may eventually hurt him.
February 6, 2025
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Summary
Parts of the federal government are being dismantled. But although the decisions from President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are unusual—perhaps even unprecedented—are they constitutional? The Atlantic staff writers Jonathan Chait and Shane Harris break down the administration’s latest moves and who might really end up paying for them later.
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