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Donald Trump authoritarianism claims

Claims that Donald Trump is exhibiting authoritarian tendencies, such as attacking the press and urging prosecutions of opponents, sparking debate over whether his actions resemble those of foreign strongmen.

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Jan 15, 2026
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How do experts define 'dictator' and does Trump meet that definition?

Experts and commentators use overlapping but distinct definitions of “dictator”: classical definitions emphasize a single ruler exercising unchecked, centralized power often through force or legal sus...

Jan 6, 2026

Did reiner ever call trump hitler

Reporting from mainstream and partisan outlets shows Rob Reiner repeatedly and publicly framed Donald Trump as an authoritarian and likened him to historical dictators and cult leaders, with several o...

Jan 5, 2026

Is President Trump a dictator?

Donald Trump is not, in the strict political‑science sense, an established dictator ruling without legal constraints — several scholars and outlets say the United States has not yet consolidated into ...

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