Trump's Trifecta Faces Challenges with Slim GOP Majority

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Donald Trump now has a 'governing trifecta' with Republicans controlling the presidency, the House, and the Senate, making it easier to fulfill his campaign promises. However, achieving his legislative goals, such as large-scale deportations and tariffs, will still require overcoming Senate filibuster rules, which demand a 60-vote majority. Despite this, Trump's strengthened position, including a conservative Supreme Court and a Republican Senate majority, could facilitate significant policy changes. Yet, history shows such trifectas are often short-lived, urging swift action.
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