In a recent New York Times interview, conservative court watcher Sarah Isgur argued that President Trump’s aggressive executive maneuvers have largely failed in court, leaving the judiciary as the true power center in Washington.

Isgur noted that Trump’s high‑profile efforts—from attempting to re‑define federal agency control to his controversial executive orders on election law—have repeatedly stalled when challenged legally.

The judge‑majority’s resistance signals that even a president with a loyal base cannot override Congress or the Constitution without judicial approval.

Ultimately, the case shows a shift: the Supreme Court now holds the decisive leverage over presidential ambition, redefining the balance between branches for the coming years.