Is Trump Testing the Limits of Presidential Power Necessary or Concerning?

Since assuming office, President Trump has issued a barrage of executive orders. He has tried to revoke birthright citizenship and pause federal spending, which was quickly rescinded, in actions some see as unconstitutional. 

From the Left: Some writers argue that Trump's actions are much more radical than past presidents, especially attempts to control government funding, which is the role of Congress. “These tests of presidential powers may ultimately reach the Supreme Court… They will go before a court with six conservative justices who are Republicans appointees — three named by Trump — and believers in strong executive power,” a Los Angeles Times (Lean Left bias) writer said. In Politico (Lean Left) a writer argued there is no constitutional basis for Trump's action on federal funding and, if the president is allowed to stretch the Constitution, he could weaponize his power against blue states. 

From the Right: Matthew Continetti in the Washington Free Beacon (Right) argued, “The snafu over the OMB memo was a reminder that de-wokeifying the government isn't a matter of snapping one's fingers. The federal workforce backs Democrats both politically and financially. Powerful interests are invested in the status quo. The response to the spending freeze revealed the extent of government dependence.” He said that Trump's actions are necessary to remove ideological capture from government institutions.