Trump’s Falling Support Fuels Fears of Dangerous Escalation
Trump’s poorly attended military parade, ostensibly celebrating the Army’s anniversary, served as an authoritarian spectacle designed to bolster his image and potentially incite unrest. Simultaneously, massive “No Kings” protests, numbering in the millions, demonstrated widespread opposition to his actions and rhetoric. Trump responded with escalating threats, targeting Democrat-led cities and deploying inflammatory language, suggesting a deliberate strategy to destabilize the country. Experts warn of a potential escalation of violence and the erosion of democratic norms, drawing parallels to historical authoritarian regimes.
John Q. Hosedrinker