By Matt Underwood Trump lays out his redistricting endgame: A 100-seat Republican majority. The thought of a 100-seat advantage in the House of Representatives, as Trump seemingly desires, raises a lot of red flags, doesn’t it? It certainly suggests a shift away from the principles of a democratic process, where the will of the people is paramount. It’s almost as if a large majority is necessary for someone to feel as though they’re leading with the best ideas and able to execute plans competently.
Trump’s desire for a supermajority seems to be driven by fear, perhaps a fear of future impeachments or investigations. The last time the Republicans had that kind of control, back in 1929, it didn’t exactly go smoothly, with the Great Depression looming right around the corner. History shows that such dominance can be short-lived, and public sentiment can shift dramatically. It also suggests a desire to rig the system, to stay in power by denying the will of the people. That kind of maneuvering certainly treads close to the territory of dictatorships, doesn’t it?
This isn’t just about winning elections; it’s about reshaping the very foundations of American democracy. The stated goal, according to Trump’s apparent strategy, is to “pick up 100 more seats, and the crooked game of politics is over.” That’s a chilling prospect. It sounds a lot like a move toward ending democracy as we know it. There’s a real fear that this is exactly what is being planned, and it’s terrifying.
Gerrymandering, the act of redrawing electoral districts to favor one party, is central to this strategy. The problem with heavy gerrymandering is that it requires winning many districts by narrow margins. One miscalculation, one shift in popularity, and the entire edifice can crumble. The idea that you can circumvent the will of the people to maintain power is frankly, horrifying.
This is the same individual who once infamously declared, “If you vote for me, you will never have to vote again.” He meant it, it seems. That statement always sounded like a clear path toward dismantling the democratic process. It’s a coup, plain and simple. They cannot win in fair elections, so they will resort to cheating, and if they can’t cheat, they resort to lies.
This mirrors tactics used elsewhere, like what Viktor Orbán did in Hungary. He converted a small electoral majority into a supermajority through gerrymandering, then changed the constitution to consolidate power. Trump’s apparent admiration for such tactics should send shivers down anyone’s spine. The idea that he would be inspired by authoritarian leaders is nothing short of terrifying.
The intent is clear: to dismantle democracy and impose a permanent, Trump-based, totalitarian state. It’s a betrayal of American ideals, a descent into a fascist kakistocracy. The lengths to which this man will go to maintain power are both shocking and, frankly, disgusting.
The potential consequences of such a power grab are immense. If this attempt to manipulate the system succeeds and one party maintains its grasp on the government indefinitely, it could lead to the fracturing of the political landscape, even within the ruling party itself. The far left, moderate, and far right factions would still develop. A single party that encompasses all views would prove to be unsustainable, ultimately leading to internal division and instability.
The fear that Trump would use a supermajority to alter the Constitution to his advantage is a very real concern. Such a move would undermine the very principles upon which the nation was founded. The people, not a single leader, must be the enforcers of the Constitution. The idea of Trump’s party rigging the system to the point of no return should send chills down every American’s spine.
The goal isn’t to serve the American people; it’s about the accumulation and preservation of power. It’s about one man’s desire to “attack and defeat somebody,” no matter the cost. The House is simply a means to that end. It’s not about leading the country, but about controlling it.