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Trump is living in a Russian-made 'disinformation space,' says Ukraine's Zelenskyy (apnews.com)

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Donald Trump of living in a "Russian-made disinformation space" due to his administration's talks with Kremlin officials.

He urged Trump's team to be "more truthful" after Trump blamed Kyiv for the war and downplayed U.S. aid contributions.

Zelenskyy’s remarks came as U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg visited Kyiv amid shifting U.S. policy on Russia. Meanwhile, European leaders, feeling sidelined by U.S.-Russia talks, held emergency meetings.

Zelenskyy canceled a Saudi Arabia trip in protest.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

From chatGPT: “Donald Trump is often described as having authoritarian tendencies, but whether he can be classified as a "true authoritarian leader" is debated. While he has demonstrated some characteristics that align with authoritarianism—such as a disregard for democratic norms, an emphasis on strong, centralized leadership, and a penchant for undermining checks and balances—he has not fully implemented the institutional changes or widespread repression typically associated with authoritarian regimes.

Key authoritarian tendencies in Trump's leadership style include:

Attack on Democratic Institutions: Trump's frequent criticisms of the press, the judiciary, and other institutions that could check his power reflect a disregard for democratic norms.
Populism and Cult of Personality: Trump has cultivated a strong personal following, often positioning himself as the sole representative of the "will of the people" against perceived elites and institutions.
Undermining Elections: His repeated claims of a "stolen" 2020 election and the pressure to overturn the results show an authoritarian approach to consolidating power.
Centralized Power and Disdain for Bureaucracy: Trump often favored executive actions and direct control over the government, sidelining bureaucratic processes and established norms.

However, several factors complicate the argument that Trump is a "true" authoritarian:

Checks and Balances: Despite his tendencies, U.S. democratic institutions (like Congress, the courts, and the media) have proven to be resilient and have pushed back against some of his more authoritarian impulses.
Electoral System and Rule of Law: In a functioning democracy like the U.S., leaders can’t exercise full authoritarian control without undermining the very system that allows them to hold office. Trump's loss in the 2020 election and the subsequent peaceful transfer of power is a counterpoint to claims of authoritarianism.

So, while Trump exhibited several authoritarian behaviors, he did not fully embrace the comprehensive, systematic authoritarian rule seen in other countries or historical figures. Whether this was due to institutional constraints or his own leadership limitations is a subject of ongoing analysis.”