US EditionTrump’s Actions Reveal a Dangerous Drift Toward Authoritarianism
- The Trump administration plans to revive the militarization of police forces with an executive order to supply police with military and national security assets.
- Previous polling indicated that about half of American adults believe police violence is a serious issue, while support for police reform has eroded recently.
- Trust in police has risen from 43 percent to 51 percent between 2023 and 2024, according to Gallup.
- Experts warn that equipping police like an army may lead to increased abuses and a renewed public distaste for law enforcement.
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Trump’s actions reveal a dangerous drift toward authoritarianism
From questioning constitutional duties to accepting luxury gifts from foreign nations, the former president's behavior shows an alarming pattern of disregard for democratic principles and the rule of law
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DailyTruthReportSanders claims Trump is moving US ‘rapidly into authoritarianism’
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) claimed it is “high time” for Republican lawmakers to oppose President Donald Trump, pointing to the president’s actions since January of how he is moving the United States into “rapidly into authoritarianism.” Over the weekend, Trump…
Trump Wants Riots to Unleash His Authoritarian Playbook
Bill Kristol and Sam Stein look at the growing authoritarian impulse behind Trump’s immigration policy, the targeting of journalists, and the political fight with California. The tactics may vary but the strategy is clear and it is accelerating.Leave a commentAs always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.Don’t care for video? Use the control…
Trump is trying to generate enough media noise to feed a citizen sense of constant threat that diverts attention from the real problems facing his administration.
‘You can’t talk about a dictatorship yet, but this is an opening move.’ America expert Frans Verhagen on Trump’s power maneuvers, the...
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