Amidst political gridlock and dwindling legislative opportunities, President Joe Biden is accelerating efforts to enact a flurry of regulations aimed at solidifying his policy legacy and rallying support ahead of potential reelection challenges. Faced with a looming deadline under the Congressional Review Act, Biden’s administration is swiftly pushing forward with a raft of regulatory measures without proper congressional oversight spanning critical policy areas.
Almost 24,000 Americans lost their jobs in April.
Burdensome regulations and hefty taxes from the Biden Administration are decimating small businesses.
— Rep. Jason Smith (@RepJasonSmith) May 17, 2024
Driven by a sense of urgency, Biden’s regulatory agenda encompasses diverse leftist initiatives targeting key demographic groups and policy priorities. From climate action to reproductive rights and labor protections, Biden is leveraging executive authority to circumvent congressional inertia and advance his policy objectives.
Emphasizing the significance of regulatory action, Biden seeks to appeal to core constituencies crucial for his political base, including young voters, unions and climate activists. Through measures such as enhanced corporate disclosure of environmental impacts and protecting unfettered abortion, Biden aims to galvanize support and reinforce his commitment to progressive policy agendas.
Central to Biden’s regulatory push is a series of initiatives addressing pressing societal issues, including climate change and healthcare access. By mandating greater transparency on climate-related risks for corporations and bolstering reproductive healthcare protections, Biden aims to position himself as a champion of progressive values amidst mounting political challenges.
Biden has also pushed for regulations forcing taxpayers to fund the healthcare of illegal aliens, as he aims to make them eligible for Obamacare, which has prompted outrage among conservatives and many average Americans and praise from the left.
Furthermore, Biden’s administration is advancing pro-labor policies, such as expanding overtime pay guarantees and strengthening retirement investment regulations. Biden has taken these actions despite potential legal hurdles, effectively virtue-signaling to his base about regulatory changes that may not even be implemented in the end following legal challenges.
Biden’s regulatory blitz will likely face legal scrutiny and congressional opposition, and his attempt at expedited implementation could have far-reaching implications for governance and against Americans’ individual freedoms. As Biden navigates the complex terrain of regulatory policymaking, the enduring legacy of his administration hangs in the balance, shaped by the outcomes of these regulatory battles and their enduring impact on American society.
