The president humiliated the opposition, mocking the democrats and highlighting them as a forgetful force or accusing them of using justice against him without evidence, further deepening the division in the United States. His messages suggest a sense of revenge for considering them responsible for his electoral defeat in 2020 and for hindering many of his policies during his first administration.
Trump positioned himself as a defender of 'strong men,' admiring authoritarian leaders like Putin, Erdogan, Xi Jinping, and Kim Jong-un, while despising European democracies. During his speech before the joint session of Congress, he boasted about his 'historic achievements' in just five weeks of government and discredited gender equity and diversity programs, leading to protests in the streets.
He demonstrated an imperialist stance by threatening unilateral actions like annexing Canada or firing public employees for gender diversity. His policies included bans related to sexual diversity, inclusion, and tolerance, which triggered concern and protests in society.
The atmosphere in Washington is tense with the massive dismissal of public sector workers, justified by alleged excessive spending. All of this, combined with a haughty and polarizing speech, raises concerns that the United States is witnessing the rise of an authoritarian and dictatorial leader.
