Defiance is out, deference is in: It’s a different Washington

Washington is heavily fortified for Trump’s second inauguration, with anti-scale fencing and surveillance drones. Unlike 2017, resistance has turned to resignation. Tech moguls, billionaires, and corporations are showing deference to Trump. Despite opposition fatigue, Trump’s team celebrates his popular vote victory and momentum. Opponents face introspection before re-engaging in opposition.

​Washington is heavily fortified for Trump’s second inauguration, with anti-scale fencing and surveillance drones. Unlike 2017, resistance has turned to resignation. Tech moguls, billionaires, and corporations are showing deference to Trump. Despite opposition fatigue, Trump’s team celebrates his popular vote victory and momentum. Opponents face introspection before re-engaging in opposition.