Donald Trump's influence reshapes American political norms

Donald Trump has emerged as a dominant figure in American politics, comparable in influence to George Washington and Franklin D. Roosevelt. Unlike Roosevelt, who operated within constitutional norms, Trump has maintained his ascendancy by actively challenging and violating them.

This phenomenon is described as a second American Revolution, driven by a combination of voter discontent, fragile political institutions, and shifts in conservative ideology. Central to this movement is Trump’s focus on political performance and personal image rather than specific policy outcomes.