Trump Crashes Into Reality
President Trump is facing significant political challenges, including a stalled war in Iran and declining domestic approval ratings. His attempts to force controversial legislation through Congress have met resistance from his own party, signaling a potential shift in his political influence.
Why it matters
This article highlights a potential turning point in U.S. executive power and the stability of the current administration's legislative agenda.
The president is learning that limits to his power—and, soon, his relevancy—do exist.
Andrew Harnik / Getty July 28, 2026, 7:17 PM ET Share Save P resident Trump has mused about being the most powerful man in history. He has started wars and remade his nation’s economic and strategic relationships with the world. He has demanded, and largely received, total obedience from his party. He has dominated the national discourse like no president has before, and he’s tried to recast his nation’s capital—and even its history —to his liking. He’s everywhere. He has said he believes that there are “no limits” to his power.
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