Are Republican Voters Finally Turning Against Trump? | Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen joins Marc Elias to discuss the implications of Trump's actions and the Republican Party's policies on democracy and voting rights.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen joins Marc Elias to discuss Donald Trump's unauthorized war with Iran, the politicization of the Department of Justice, and Republican efforts to restrict voting access through the SAVE Act. Van Hollen breaks down how Congress is fighting back — from war powers resolutions to the 2026 elections — and explains why the pressure from voters is finally starting to matter. Support Democracy Docket's mission: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/anchor-youtube-friday 00:00 Today's Guest: Sen. Chris Van Hollen 00:42 What Can Be Done to Stop Trump’s War Powers? 03:14 How Is This Different From the Iraq War? 05:37 What Can We Learn From Standing Up to Trump? 10:40 Can Individual Action Still Make a Difference? 13:08 Is There Real Hope for Political Change? 18:25 Should Democrats Focus on Democracy or the Economy? 20:23 How Serious Are Threats to Elections? 27:34 Why Are Republicans Pursuing Unpopular Policies? 30:44 Is the DOJ Being Weaponized—and What Comes Next?
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