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Republicans Set to Restructure US Government
Analysis of the potential impact of a Republican-controlled government in the US, focusing on potential changes in policy and the checks and balances remaining.
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The Heritage FoundationAspen Institute GermanyEnvironmental Protection Agency (Epa)Department Of JusticeRepublican Party
Donald TrumpStormy-Annika MildnerMandy GunasekaraKathy HochulJohn Collins
- What checks and balances remain despite the Republican dominance?
- While conservatives will dominate key branches of government, checks and balances remain in place through institutions like the media and resistance from Democratically governed states.
- What role might the Project 2025 strategy paper play in the new administration?
- The Project 2025 strategy paper, though officially distanced by Trump, is expected to influence the new administration's policies, particularly in areas like environmental regulations and immigration.
- What is the likely outcome of the Republican party's control over the government?
- Republicans will likely control the White House and Congress, enabling them to implement their agenda, potentially including significant restructuring of the state apparatus.
- What implications might Trump's appointments and the use of the Department of Justice have?
- Trump's appointments to judicial offices and his intention to use the Department of Justice for political prosecutions will further solidify conservative control of the judiciary and potentially lead to increased political polarization.
- How are federal agencies such as the EPA expected to change under a Republican administration?
- Key federal agencies like the EPA are likely to undergo significant changes, potentially having their powers curtailed and structures 'torn down and rebuilt' according to the Republican agenda.