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The hearings served as a stark reminder of the Democrats' declining influence. They, along with their defined progressive and "woke" factions, appear increasingly ineffective and disorganized. The narrative suggests that the Democratic Party is suffering from leadership chaos, electoral losses, and internal divisions—they are described as "leaderless" and "aimless."
The historical context underscores this decline: after their heavy losses in the 2020 elections, the Democrats have faced an ideological and political crisis. Their attempts to block or undermine Trump-era appointments, such as Hegseth’s, are portrayed as weak and increasingly futile.