January 2025

Project 2025, according to Bannon, has been a long-term effort with significant influence.

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Trump’s coalition of MAGA supporters, tech industry members, and blue-collar workers helped him win the November election. However, as he prepares to take office, there are already conflicts between these groups, particularly over issues such as tariffs, immigration, and global expansion. Trump’s governing style of encouraging competition among his advisers may help him retain ultimate decision-making power. There are also divisions within his inner circle, such as between Steve Bannon and Elon Musk. Despite these challenges, Trump’s diverse coalition of supporters makes it likely that he will make decisions that may not please all of them.

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The text discusses the infighting within the Republican Party, highlighting the clashes between different factions such as free traders and protectionists, immigration hard-liners and tech companies, and isolationists and expansionists. While some argue that this is a feature of Trump’s governing style, others see it as a challenge for him to manage. The article also mentions Trump’s history of decision-making based on the last person he spoke to and his ability to bring diverse interests together. However, there have been recent disagreements among his supporters, including on issues such as military force and cabinet appointments. Ultimately, the article argues that the Republican Party has become a big-tent party, and it is inevitable that there will be disagreements within such a diverse coalition.

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Stacey Abrams, two-time Democratic gubernatorial nominee in Georgia, endorses Ben Wikler for DNC chair. She praises Wikler’s success in fighting against GOP control and ability to build coalitions. Abrams also supports Georgia Democrat Rep. Nikema Williams for Vice Chair for Civic Engagement and Voter Participation. The race for DNC chair is considered to be between Wikler and Ken Martin, with the main difference being endorsements. The next DNC candidate forum will be hosted by POLITICO on Thursday.

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Democratic National Committee candidates are united in their criticism of D.C. consultants and their belief that the party needs to reconnect with the working class. While they all agree that the party needs a permanent campaign infrastructure and stronger economic messaging, the mostly white and male field lacks diversity. Self-help author Marianne Williamson has entered the race, but has little chance of winning. The candidates have largely avoided directly addressing Trump, signaling a shift in the party’s approach to him.

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Democratic National Committee candidates are united in their criticism of D.C. consultants and the need for the party to reconnect with the working class. The diversity of the mostly male, mostly white field is noted, as well as the surprise entrance of Marianne Williamson. Economic messaging is seen as a key factor in the party’s recent losses and the candidates offer some solutions. The focus on Trump as the main opponent seems to be shifting as the party prepares for a new chapter.

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Democratic National Committee candidates are united in their criticism of D.C. consultants and their commitment to moving to the capital if elected. The field is mostly white and male, with the exception of Marianne Williamson. Economic messaging and organizing in key communities are seen as key factors in the party’s electoral downfall. The candidates have little to say about incoming President Trump, indicating a shift in the party’s resistance strategy.

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DNC candidates in the first chair’s race forum criticized D.C. consultants and called for a regrounding of the party’s identity with the working class and a permanent campaign infrastructure. They also addressed the lack of diversity in the mostly male and mostly white field, with Marianne Williamson adding her “woo-woo” brand of politics. The candidates acknowledged the party’s economic messaging as a major factor in their losses, but offered few concrete solutions. Trump was not a focal point in the discussion, signaling a shift in the party’s resistance strategy.

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Kamala Harris’ joint fundraising committee with the DNC is still charging monthly donations from donors, even after her loss to Donald Trump. Some donors are unhappy and believe it is unethical to continue taking money, while others argue it is acceptable as long as it is transparent. The Trump campaign also faced criticism for their tactics in obtaining recurring donations. Harris’ team and the DNC defend the ongoing withdrawals, saying the funds will go towards rebuilding the party and Harris’ future political endeavors.

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