President Donald Trump’s second week in office saw a flood of news that felt reminiscent of his first term, with a mix of policy moves, responses to national tragedies, and confusion. The week also brought attention to the upcoming decision for the Democrats in choosing the next chairman of the Democratic National Committee.
Democrats are set to make their first post-election decision by selecting a new chairman to replace outgoing chair Jaime Harrison. The incoming chair will play a crucial role in fundraising, spending, and staff management for the party. Front-runners for the position include Minnesota’s Ken Martin and Wisconsin’s Ben Wikler, who have garnered support from DNC members. Other contenders include former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley and Bernie Sanders’ advisor Faiz Shakir.
Meanwhile, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker took a stand against those involved in the January 6th Capitol attack by blocking them from working in state jobs. This move highlights the Democratic pushback against Trump’s actions.
Trump’s response to the recent tragedy and attempted policy changes in his second week mirror some of the controversies and confusion that marked his first term in office. From blaming diversity efforts for a tragic event to sparking confusion with a spending freeze order, Trump’s actions reflect some of the headlines from his earlier tenure. The newsletter also briefly touches on recent top stories, including a crackdown on diversity initiatives in federal agencies and the purge of FBI executives.
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