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THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent
Trump’s Unhinged Ranting At Biden’s FBI Reveals His “Wannabe Fascism”
May 23, 2024
Federico Finchelstein, an expert on fascist movements, discusses how Trump's unfounded claims about the FBI targeting him reveal his 'wannabe fascism.' The podcast explores the manipulation of FBI guidance by Trump and Republicans, the concept of 'wannabe fascism' in modern politics, and the dangers of personalized leadership in a democracy.
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- The baseless conspiracy theory about Biden's FBI targeting Trump reveals the fascistic politics of Trump and his followers.
- Trump's 'wannabe fascism' is characterized by authoritarian populism lacking typical pillars of totalitarian regimes.
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Trump Supporters Push Wild Conspiracy Theory About FBI Targeting Trump
MAGA Republicans have been circulating a baseless conspiracy theory claiming that President Biden's FBI was planning to 'take out' Donald Trump during a search at Mar-a-Lago. Despite the FBI following standard procedures and not targeting Trump, this narrative highlights the fascistic politics embraced by Trump and his followers. Federico Finkelstein, a history professor, explains how this narrative aligns with fascist ideologies, emphasizing the dangerous tactics used to manipulate public perception and solidify Trump's victimization narrative.
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