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Bannon, a former chief strategist for Trump, dismisses Elon Musk’s influence on Cabinet picks and policy decisions. He predicts that Trump’s second term will be even more intense and that Trump and his team are well-prepared. Bannon also mentions clashes and challenges within the GOP, but believes they will ultimately succeed. He mentions Susie Wiles as a strong leader and the importance of trust in decision-making. Bannon also discusses the upcoming “days of thunder” and the intensity of the early days of Trump’s second term.

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Bannon, a former Trump strategist, belittles Elon Musk’s power and influence in the Trump administration. He believes that Musk’s support for H-1B visas will align with the administration’s stance and that Musk will eventually become a “populist nationalist.” He also discusses the challenges ahead for the GOP and the intense period of decision-making that Trump’s team will face in the early days of his second term.

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Steve Bannon, former chief strategist for Trump, taunts Elon Musk for not having as much power as he may think. Bannon believes that Trump will maintain decision-making power while ensuring no one faction gains too much control. He also predicts that Trump’s second administration will be even more intense than the first. Bannon and Musk’s differing opinions on policy, such as H-1B visas, have caused tension between them. Despite this, Bannon acknowledges that Musk has backed Trump financially and deserves a place at the table. The incoming administration will have challenges, but Bannon believes they are well-prepared.

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

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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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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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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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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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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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