Donald Trump is making controversial moves to influence the 2026 mid-term elections, displaying a lack of subtlety in his tactics. His recent actions include directing lawmakers in multiple states to reconsider redrawing electoral boundaries in favor of Republican candidates. Additionally, he proudly announced intentions to conduct an early census, excluding a significant portion of the population from the seat allocation process.
Trump’s plan to manipulate the census by omitting certain groups, particularly undocumented individuals, has drawn attention. Despite the constitutional requirement for a census every decade conducted by Congress, Trump has called for an immediate and “highly accurate” census based on recent data and the 2024 Presidential Election results.
Trump’s exclusion of undocumented individuals from the census has raised concerns about proper representation and potential impacts on seat allocation. Past attempts by Trump to implement similar measures were rejected by courts for exceeding his authority. Furthermore, a recent incident where sections of the Constitution went missing from the official US government website raised questions about potential legal implications.
In a separate development, Trump received a symbolic gift of a gold block from Apple CEO Tim Cook, aligning with a trend of tech CEOs engaging with the President to maintain favorable relations. The White House’s transformation under Trump’s influence, including plans to replicate his Mar A Lago resort at the White House, has sparked discussions and criticisms regarding the President’s priorities and decisions.
Furthermore, Trump’s implementation of tariffs on numerous countries has raised concerns about the potential economic impacts, with signs of negative repercussions already visible in the US economy. Despite Trump’s optimistic outlook on the growth potential resulting from the tariffs, experts warn of potential risks and consequences, including slowed hiring and economic productivity.
In light of recent developments, Trump’s administration is also addressing issues related to online safety laws and potential regulatory changes affecting the banking sector. Amidst ongoing controversies and policy decisions, the dynamics between Trump and other political figures, both domestically and internationally, continue to shape the political landscape.
