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Senator Slotkin: Trump’s Actions Echo Historical Authoritarians

11/1/2025

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U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin warned at the Brookings Institution that U.S. President Donald Trump mirrors historical authoritarians and threatens democracy.
She cited potential moves such as invoking the Insurrection Act or labeling opponents as terrorists.
She criticized Trump's recent military strikes in the Caribbean and the lack of transparency about targeted groups.
Democratic governors fear his escalating executive power could disrupt the 2026 elections and raise concerns about martial law.

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U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin warned at the Brookings Institution that U.S. President Donald Trump mirrors historical authoritarians and threatens democracy.
She cited potential moves such as invoking the Insurrection Act or labeling opponents as terrorists.
She criticized Trump's recent military strikes in the Caribbean and the lack of transparency about targeted groups.
Democratic governors fear his escalating executive power could disrupt the 2026 elections and raise concerns about martial law.