As tensions rise on the political front, President Donald Trump appears poised to escalate his contentious tactics, leveraging governmental power for personal vendettas. This week, two critical developments underline this trend. Firstly, Team Trump is openly pursuing investigations into Federal Reserve board member Lisa A. Cook despite judicial setbacks. This move reflects Trump's insistence on wielding authority against individuals he deems adversaries, rather than heeding a public outcry against perceived abuses of power.