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Trump’s power in Congress fracturing as GOP lawmakers ‘put their foot down’ against actions

Despite having a Republican majority in the House and Senate to help him along with his agenda, President Donald Trump has found himself facing increasing resistance in Congress.

The Hill reported the trend is occurring even though aides have argued that any lawmaker who falls out of line risks losing the president’s support.

But Brett Samuels, White House reporter for The Hill, wrote that hasn’t stopped GOP lawmakers from criticizing Trump’s actions or rebuffing some of his demands.

His article states there are five ways Republicans are breaking with Trump. Samuels joined Sandy Kozel on WTOP Sunday earlier to break those points down.

Read and listen to the interview below.

The transcript below has been lightly edited for clarity.

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