Donald Trump has long complained that federal agencies have been weaponized against him and has suggested that, if re-elected, he would use them against his political opponents.
In this audio essay, Carlos Lozada, an Opinion columnist and a co-host of the “Matter of Opinion” podcast, analyzes the detailed plan developed by the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank and Trump ally, that could turn the former president’s plan for control into a reality.
(A full transcript of this audio essay will be available within 24 hours of publication in the audio player above.)
This episode of “The Opinions” was produced by Derek Arthur. It was edited by Alison Bruzek. Mixing by Carole Sabouraud. Original music by Sonia Herrero, Pat McCusker and Carole Sabouraud. Fact-checking by Mary Marge Locker. Audience strategy by Kristina Samulewski and Shannon Busta.
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