10/ And once Trump has the lawyers, colleges and industry under his thumb, it becomes very hard for the opposition to have any viable space to maneuver.

Trump didn’t invent this strategy. It’s the playbook for democratically elected leaders who want to stay in power forever.

Senator, you must act to uphold the constitution and serve your constituents. Do not capitulate to tyranny. Insist on a short term CR. Force them to negotiate a funding bill that includes ironclad safeguards to rein in Trump and Musk and protects essential programs.