The Hidden Hand Behind Trump’s Power Grab

Russell T. Vought is building an imperial presidency brick by brick—and democracy is running out of time.

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Sep 29, 2025
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By Dr. John Petrone

Donald Trump thrives on spectacle—rallies, generals at his side, loyalty oaths, and chaos as a governing principle. But the true architect of his march toward authoritarianism is a…

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