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In doing so, Trump is not merely slowing the decline—he is seeking to reverse it. His proposition is to blow up the assumptions of managerial decline that have guided Republican strategy since the 20th century. Instead of managing or negotiating, he aims to dismantle what he views as the structural pillars of leftist dominance—universities, media, courts, and military—by applying consistent, constitutional principles.
The Legal Warfare and the Ironies of Federal Power
One of the most striking aspects of Trump’s approach is his response to the left’s weaponization of the legal system. Over years, Democrats have used lawfare—filing indictments, investigations, and charges—to neutralize political opponents, treating the justice system as a political weapon rather than an impartial arbiter.