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Trump makes good on shaking things up
President Trump is using the power of the White House the same way he did business: as a free-wheeling entrepreneur undeterred by the protocols or traditions of government as usual. We look at the consequences after just two weeks of his administration.
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenPhoto: President Donald Trump and his Commerce Secretary nominee Wilbur Ross (L) meet with representatives of Harley-Davidson at the White House in Washington, February 2, 2017. (Jonathan Ernst/Reuters)
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3 storiesTrump's contentious phone call with longtime ally, Australia
Last Saturday Donald Trump spoke by phone with five national leaders, including Vladimir Putin. But he told Australia's Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, "This was the worst call by far," and he cut short the conversation.
Read the story7 minPresident Trump and the 'business' of government
Donald Trump may be in the White House because he promised to "shake up Washington." But did that mean capsizing basic institutions? In just two weeks, he's consolidated decision making, ignored avenues of communication and flouted traditional protocols.
Read the story35 minNo imam at the National Prayer Breakfast podium
At the National Prayer Breakfast today in Washington, President Trump talked about Arnold Schwarzenegger's rating as Trump's replacement on The Apprentice.
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