February 6, 2025
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6:01Now PlayingPresident Donald Trump is expanding executive branch power, taking authorities from Congress, and empowering his adviser Elon Musk to access sensitive information and cut staff. Congressional Republicans are largely silent and unwilling to challenge Trump, fearing reprisal and alienating his supporters, despite Trump's historic power grab. Trump's administration is considering options to take greater control of federal spending, including challenging a 50-year-old law, and some Republicans are vowing to protect their authority over spending. Congressman Frank Lucas, Republican Representing Oklahoma's 3rd District discusses what this means for Congress.
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