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flag Historian Jon Meacham warns Trump's presidency expanded executive power, eroding democratic norms and threatening checks and balances.

flag Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham, author of 'American Struggle,' discussed former President Donald Trump's expansion of presidential power during an NPR Fresh Air interview. flag Meacham highlighted how Trump's tenure marked a significant shift in executive authority, citing frequent use of executive orders, attacks on the press and judiciary, and challenges to election legitimacy. flag He emphasized the erosion of democratic norms and warned that unchecked executive overreach risks undermining institutional checks and balances. flag Drawing from historical documents spanning from 1619 to today, Meacham stressed the importance of vigilance, civic engagement, and adherence to constitutional principles in preserving American democracy.

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