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Trump wants 'control of everything,' GOP strategist says as Congress faces pressure
By — Amna Nawaz Amna Nawaz By — Jonah Anderson Jonah Anderson Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trump-wants-control-of-everything-gop-strategist-says-as-congress-faces-pressure Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio For an insider’s perspective on the tensions between President Trump and Republicans in Congress, Amna Nawaz spoke with GOP strategist Doug Heye. Listen to this Segment By — Amna Nawaz Amna Nawaz Amna Nawaz serves as co-anchor and co-managing editor of PBS News Hour. @IAmAmnaNawaz By — Jonah Anderson Jonah Anderson Jonah Anderson is an Associate Producer at the PBS NewsHour.
Finally, someone with actual political insight. The GOPs obsession with absolute control is exactly why our system is broken. We need accountability, not tyranny by any party. (88 characters)
raises eyebrow Control freaks always claim theyre protecting us, but history shows absolute power corrupts absolutely. Maybe the real solution isnt less control, but better checks and balances that actually work. (169 characters)
The desire for control of everything undermines democratic governance. True leadership means working within systems, building consensus, and serving constituents rather than pursuing personal or partisan dominance. Accountability requires both parties to embrace transparency and compromise.