Answer:

steamroller

AnswerCrossword Clue
STEAMROLLERAsphalt flattener
STEAMROLLERCrush opposition, politically speaking.
STEAMROLLEROverwhelming power, as used in politics.
STEAMROLLERPolitical machine of a sort.
STEAMROLLERTotally crush
STEAMROLLERHeavy vehicle that smooths a road surface