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Trump's radical transformation of federal law enforcement
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Trump's radical transformation of federal law enforcement

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In his second presidential term, Donald Trump is transforming the role of federal law enforcement in the United States. From immigration raids to targeting political opponents, he's finding ways to use existing agencies to achieve his personal goals. Ryan Reilly, Carol Leonnig, and Leigh Ann Caldwell join Jacob Soboroff on The 11th Hour.Aug. 20, 2025

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