Molly Ball: “Taken collectively, the reversals have been a startling sample for a president who prides himself on by no means backing down, doubtlessly denting his political model as an unflinching fighter. Because the 100-day mark of Trump’s tumultuous second time period attracts close to, the climbdowns have been a sign that his ebbing reputation could also be forcing him to average a few of his lofty targets.”
“White Home officers disputed the concept that Trump had reversed himself. Any discount within the China tariffs would solely come as a part of a deal and wouldn’t be a unilateral transfer, an official argued, whereas Trump’s strain on Powell by no means took the type of an express vow to fireside him. The menace to stroll away from the Ukraine talks was clearly a negotiating tactic, the official stated, whereas DOGE’s work has had a significant influence and can proceed with or with out Musk’s involvement.”

