The article discusses President Trump's potential to invoke the Insurrection Act amid growing unrest, recalling his regret over not doing so during 2020 protests. With Congress unresponsive and key advisors dismissed, Trump faces unexpected opposition from his own judicial appointees. These judges, many influenced by the Federalist Society, may act against Trump's attempts to consolidate power, illustrating a significant irony in his legacy. Recent court rulings against his tariff policies have exacerbated his frustrations with the judicial landscape, creating tensions between the White House and its appointed judges.
While shocking, it is unfortunately not surprising: Trump regrets not having invoked the act to respond to protests in 2020.
Some of these same appointees might be standing in the way of Trump's most dangerous overreaches, which to survive judicial review would require judges to exhibit broad deference to the executive branch.
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