Democrats aren't unified in their response to President Trump's executive actions

By Domenico Montanaro

Published March 18, 2025 at 6:24 PM EDT

Democrats have grown increasingly frustrated with party leadership, which is struggling to find its footing in opposing President Trump's quick and broad actions.

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Domenico Montanaro is NPR's senior political editor/correspondent. Based in Washington, D.C., his work appears on air and online delivering analysis of the political climate in Washington and campaigns. He also helps edit political coverage.

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