eight key areas where things appear to be going poorly for the administration, despite causing a lot of chaos, and done a lot of harm, and gotten a lot of press attention. a weakening of the initial "shock and awe" and an administration facing numerous challenges on unfavorable terrain.

The Economy,

The Courts: The administration is facing significant pushback from the judicial branch

The Senate: There are early signs of resistance from some Republican senators.

The Law Firms

The Universities

The Media

Fred Piccolo Jr., a former high-ranking member of Ron DeSantis' administration

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran

Economic Instability and Shifting Market Dynamics, Gold as a Safe Haven, Weakening US Dollar, VIX rising sharply, Bearish Crude Oil

Contempt of Court for Trump Officials

Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) traveled to El Salvador

Trump pressuring law firms that agreed to pro bono work to take on additional tasks

Order to Revoke Harvard's Tax-Exempt Status

Ed Martin, faces scrutiny for failing to disclose numerous appearances on Russian state television

freeze on funds appropriated by Congress under the Inflation Reduction Act and other Biden-era laws is illegal, citing the Impoundment Control Act of 1974

Republican Stock Trading

Elimination of the Defense Digital Service

Former President Joe Biden spoke out

deep concern about Trump's outdated understanding of China's technological advancements and his detrimental policies, arguing that Trump's actions are benefiting China and harming the US.

Judiciary vs. Trump Administration: The Abrego Garcia Case. a significant conflict brewing

Trump's New (Old) Immigration Plan. bring undocumented immigrants into the country for seasonal work in agriculture and potentially hotels

Early Indicators for 2025 and 2026. a potentially difficult cycle for incumbents and highlighting the fundraising power

MAGA Enthusiasm, Independent Disapproval, and 2028 Democratic Hopefuls. MAGA movement has increased from 20% in January of last year to 36%, Trump's approval rating among independent voters. Echelon Insights poll on potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates showed Kamala Harris leading with 28% support, followed by Cory Booker (11%)

"Hands Off": Lack of Black Participation in Protests.