Trump Sparks Concerns of Authoritarianism in 2024 Presidential Race
As Donald Trump gains momentum in his bid for the Republican nomination, fears of dictatorship are escalating.
Critics, including neoconservative Robert Kagan and former congresswoman Liz Cheney, warn of the potential for authoritarianism in a second Trump term.
Trump’s recent comments at a town hall fuel the fire, as he jokes about wielding power on day one but insists he’s not a dictator.
Critics argue that safeguards would be diminished in a second term, while supporters claim the real authoritarianism lies with President Biden.
With a close 2024 election anticipated, disaffected Republicans like former Governor Asa Hutchinson are considering alternatives, posing a challenge for Biden and the Democrats framing the election as a battle for democracy. Source: BBC News.
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