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President Trump, entertainer-in-chief

President Trump, entertainer-in-chief

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Before he entered politics, most Americans knew Donald Trump as an entertainer.

As the host of the hit show “The Apprentice” he was catapulted to a new level of fame.

That persona has carried over to Trump’s political life as he embraces his role as entertainer-in-chief.

In this term, unlike the first, Trump has taken aim at cultural institutions.

He initiated a takeover of the Kennedy Center, has declared that Smithsonian exhibits must submit to White House scrutiny, and he’s successfully sued – and won settlements from – multiple broadcasting giants.

Throughout Trump’s second term, he’s dramatically expanded the authority of the executive branch. Now, he’s using his power to reshape American culture.

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This episode was produced by Kai McNamee.

It was edited by Courtney Dorning and Justine Kenin.

Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.

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