In a shocking turn of events, US President Trump and his advisor Elon Musk have been making drastic changes to the government and state apparatus, surprising even Republicans. Trump has been touting his cutback plans as a way to serve the American taxpayer and eliminate what he perceives as excessive bureaucracy in Washington. However, critics believe that there may be a hidden agenda to discredit and weaken American institutions.
The speed and aggressive nature of Trump’s agenda has exceeded expectations, with many questioning whether checks and balances are still intact in the US government. Trump seems aware that his window of opportunity may be limited to just two years, pushing his administration to act swiftly.
The government under Trump has been openly hostile towards critical journalists, further raising concerns about the erosion of democracy. Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s role as an advisor has also come under scrutiny, with questions arising about potential conflicts of interest, particularly regarding cryptocurrency investments like DOGE.
As the debate rages on, some are wondering if China will step in to fill the void left by the US as it withdraws aid. Political violence has also been on the rise under Trump’s administration, leading to fears of increased polarization and unrest.
With the Democrats seemingly struggling to find their footing in this changing political landscape, many are questioning where the opposition will come from. Will there be resistance against Trump’s agenda, and what are the key factors for sparking public outcry?
As the US faces a potential coup, the implications for the country and the world are vast. With Europe’s security on the line, the US stands at a pivotal moment that could shape the future of the West. The world watches as Trump, Musk, and the tech billionaires reshape the government, leaving many to wonder what lies ahead.
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Video “Trump, Musk and the tech billionaires: Is there a coup happening in the US? | To the Point” was uploaded on 02/13/2025 to Youtube Channel DW News
How can an elected president cause a coup? This is the most ridiculous segment I’ve ever seen in my life and I’m literally laughing. Yes he is dismantling institutions so what?
The US streamers i watch have also turned into zombies, it can happen to everybody. But Trump and all his cronies is just a symptom, what we are seeing is the total downfall of the US hegemony. The US will just remain a powerful, but simple country with 320 million citizens. Not even close to the power they have previously seen. The seperation of the US from the rest of the west was a big topic 15 years ago in geopolitical circles.. everyone online with a "old perspective" felt that was crazy. But geez, what is happening.
DW is angry because Putin and now Trump have shown how useless Europe is now. The only coup coming is the ones that will take place with Europe's unelected bureaucrats that will soon be thrown out of power and they can bring the European state run media right with them.
How does the executive branch see itself above the other two branches when Trump has said many times that he would listen to the courts, and he has listened to the courts. The president has the power to enforce the laws in which he sees fit that were passed by the Congress. He’s doing everything correctly and by the book I don’t see how you can be in politics and not know any of this or you’re just lying which you are
It's literally the results of an election. When it doesn't go your way it's not suddenly a "coup".
Trump said it plainly in front of his supporters before the elections : "in four years, you don't have to vote again. We'll have it fixed so good, you're not gonna have to vote."
He's a showman, a puppet… the people behind him are puling the strings and they've had many years to think about what they could do to undermine the American democracy and seize power, how they could do it, etc…
That's funny when I hear one of those guests talking about the next elections, or the SCOTUS, congress / senate… as if it still mattered.
One thing that is becoming increasingly clear is that those legacy media outlets all over the world, like DW, CNN, and BBC, are the most manipulative tools for liberals covering their hidden agenda in the name of democracy and human rights. We have witnessed their brutal anti-human, family, and God ideology distort the beautiful connection between humans and God. All the world looks at what has happened in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and even in Europe; most people are finding it hard to discover the meaning of life, just going back to the Stone Age, living like animals. Look at the wars they have brought to innocent people. Of course, everyone is waking up now. I don't believe their functionality will endure as the Trump administration has been dismantling it thoroughly. It should be eradicated. Look at how the world has been filled with blood… it's shameful.
So, will there even be another election in 4 years?
My God DW is cut from the same cloth where NY Times, Washington Post, All BBC,NBCs, ABCs are from.
Crazy intro music guys!
I want to find this rock Erik Kirschbaum is living under
This was supposed to be a secret but DW is telling everyone?
I can't decide if DW is deliberately gas lighting or if they are just that dumb…
How on earth trying to balance government budget = coup ?
Thats enough for me DW. You lost another suscriber with this angle of analysis. The majority of Americans voted for this administration. This is what common sense, strong, efficient leadership looks like. Refreshing isn't it ?
This is why no one takes mainstream media serious anymore. A so called "Legitimate" news company resorts to trolling about Trump😅
Oligarchy in USA 😂
Is it really about saving money and effort, or is there something else going on? 🤔
Trump cleaning 🧹 house… The swamp is being drained
No, I didn't vote for this.
😂😂😂 European main stream media is so upset 😂😂
Guarantee DW was getting some kind of money from USAID
The constitution is not seem to be stopping anything I soo frustrated hearing the news and how they’re just doing what they want
Nah. We're fixing the coup that came from socialists who despise the Constitution and hold loyalty to only foreigners.
USA political parties – democrats and republicans have shaped departments to their liking. Why to criticize republicans only?
The Democrats in Panic Mode since Elon Found they Slush Fund
😱😱😱 i did not see that coming… we are all cooked!!!
The last time a Republican administration balanced the federal budget was in 1960 under Dwight D. Eisenhower. Over the past 24 years, Republican administrations have accounted for 65% of the increase in the federal deficit and 62% of the growth in the national debt. During Donald Trump's presidency, the national debt increased 40.43%.
Restructuring? What could possibly be restructured in the US government? How does that work?
The Supreme Court now convenes at the White House and gets to veto Bills?
Now there's 8 Senators per State and they can't write bills they only vote on bills the House passes?
USA spends billions for the people for the world but China can have more influence by giving much less to the correct people and can influence UN voting. In a way USA is supporting its own enemies. So instead of spending money for nothing, USA will reassess the situation and spends where it will make impact. Unlike EU, USA is getting ready for the multipolar world. And No, China will not take the place of USAID they are not that fool.
Only groups and individuals collecting stolen tax payer money would be against this 🤡 . I will give this clown show a chance to make their point.
The courts have no authority to stop anything. The people elected trump that’s how the US system has always worked
It's co equal branches of government, not just checks and balances
There was a coup attempt in the US on Jan 6, 2021. Not so much the riots, though those play into it, but the false elector scheme that thankfully failed. Then they went ahead and actually elected the guy who had only 4 years prior had tried to brazenly cheat the election process.
While they conspire to defy the courts and the law, and go extra-judicial, the lawyers who work for Trump, including J. D. Vance. Pam Bondi and Senator John Kennedy. . . ought to be concerned about having their licences to practice law revoked by the ABA. Theoretically, to counter that threat, Trump could legally abolish the ABA and have his DOJ issue and administer law licenses and conduct other ABA functions.
As for the ability of the courts to enforce their rulings: Without authorisation by the DOJ's Pam Bondi, the Federal Marshals cannot act for the courts, Federal and/or Supreme. Should the Federal Marshals decide to push ahead, independently of the DOJ, as Commander In Chief, Trump has the military with which to contain / restrain / detain the Federal Marshals.
Some points:
A. What gives Trump (and Musk) the authority and the right to close down agencies and dismiss employees? All that without any congressional debate/information.
B. I do not consider the actions taken by Musk to be a forensic audit but rather a political audit. The few information available on government websites mainly relate to DEI and green energy.
C. What are the rules governing the activities of DOGE? No information given on that topic.
D. Where is the information and evidence of fraud on government websites? Musk publishes some information on X. However, X is not an official government website and as such the information on X is not relevant.
E. The whole process is not a reliable audit.
For the U$A, where money makes the mare go, it is likely that Wall Street is the last best hope for there to be an ultimate guardrail of a court of last resort.
"critics sense a hidden agenda"…😃 its a heist, nothing else, nothing to "sense", its in plain sight.
there is a really anoing high pitch in the recording its pitty since its really breaking my attention to this intresting discussion
Dose the majority of republicans think he will respect the term limit? How popular is the opinion that "Trump should be god king of man for life"?
They're following protect 2025 very closely which Trump denied he would do