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Three pillars of Trump’s case for reelection are collapsing all at once
WASHINGTON — Looking back now, the night of Feb. 4 was probably the pinnacle of Donald Trump’s presidency.
A few minutes past 9 p.m. ET, Trump entered the ornate House Chamber and then glad-handed his way down the aisle, all to the sound of thundering applause from Republicans, who chanted “four more years.”
- Christina Wilkie
- CNBC
This was Trump’s third State of the Union address. The 90-minute speech Trump delivered was packed with the confidence, self-flattery and showmanship that have become hallmarks of his tenure.
The speech also reflected his optimism about the economy, a…
Financial markets were soaring and the…