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Senator Warns of Trump's Authoritarian Power Grab

11/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump is laying groundwork to maintain power indefinitely, said Senator Elissa Slotkin.
In a speech, Slotkin described secretive military actions and possible targeting of domestic groups.
She urged Congress to reclaim authority over military force and criticized transparency.
Media critics say The New York Times has been slow to address Trump’s authoritarian tendencies.

History

Historical Context

The Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) was enacted by Congress on September 18, 2001, in response to the September 11 attacks, granting the President broad military powers against terrorism. This legislation has since fueled debates over executive authority and civil liberties, particularly regarding the Patriot Act and warrantless surveillance, highlighting ongoing tensions between national security and democratic accountability.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump is laying groundwork to maintain power indefinitely, said Senator Elissa Slotkin.
In a speech, Slotkin described secretive military actions and possible targeting of domestic groups.
She urged Congress to reclaim authority over military force and criticized transparency.
Media critics say The New York Times has been slow to address Trump’s authoritarian tendencies.

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