What is driving the unexpected success and momentum behind Republican initiatives like defunding the Department of Education that were previously considered impossible?

The success stems from a strategic shift in Republican approach, exemplified by Elon Musk's emphasis on completely eliminating ineffective agencies rather than leaving partial structures behind. As one speaker notes, "if you don't remove the roots of the weed, then it's easy for the weed to grow back," suggesting a more thorough, systematic approach to governmental reform. This momentum is further amplified by a significant shift in public opinion, where Democrats find themselves defending increasingly unpopular policies. The rapid pace of implementation has created what one observer describes as a "fever dream," with previously unimaginable initiatives like defunding the Department of Education gaining both political traction and public approval. The breakneck speed of these changes reflects both strategic urgency and public appetite for substantial governmental reform, creating an environment where ambitious policy goals are becoming achievable realities.