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Trump’s Threats to Broadcasters Echo Tactics of Authoritarian Regimes

President Trump’s recent threats to revoke broadcasting licenses for networks featuring late-night comedians critical of him align the U.S. with countries where freedom of expression is increasingly under siege.

By Daniel Schwartz • September 20, 2025 3 MIN READ

President Trump aboard Air Force One on Thursday, where he threatened to revoke licenses from networks hosting late-night comedians who ridicule him.

How America and China Are Converging in Unexpected Ways

Once seen as a one-way influence, the economic and political dynamics between America and China are now evolving into a reciprocal exchange, with the U.S. increasingly reflecting aspects of China's political approach.

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Senator Claude Malhuret, a centrist with right-leaning views, served as mayor of Vichy, a city known for its World War II history, for nearly three decades.

French Senator Claude Malhuret Emerges as a Sharp Critic of Former U.S. President Trump

At a Vichy ceremony marking 80 years since World War II’s end in Europe, Senator Claude Malhuret delivered pointed critiques of the American presidency, drawing from his extensive political and personal history.

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The Rise of Authoritarian Measures Amid Los Angeles Protests

Following renewed protests in Los Angeles against mass deportations, the federal government's deployment of troops and the escalation of law enforcement tactics have sparked fears of creeping authoritarianism and the militarization of domestic dissent.

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The Unfolding Authoritarian Crackdown in Los Angeles

The deployment of federal troops in Los Angeles amid immigration protests signals an alarming escalation toward authoritarianism, raising urgent questions about civil liberties and democratic resilience.

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Central European University in Vienna was established by George Soros to support democratic transitions in Eastern Europe.

Exiled University Draws Parallels Between Hungarian and U.S. Academic Pressures

Central European University, forced to leave Hungary under authoritarian pressure, warns that tactics similar to those used by Hungary’s government are now threatening top American universities.

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Finding Hope Beyond Trump’s Legacy

Concerns about the impact of Trump’s presidency on American democracy evoke comparisons to authoritarian regimes, yet experts suggest that modern autocrats face inherent vulnerabilities that may limit their long-term dominance.

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Erdogan's Latest Move Risks Alienating Key Supporters Amid Rising Opposition

The detention of Istanbul’s mayor Ekrem Imamoglu marks a critical point in Turkey’s political landscape, signaling a potential shift toward authoritarianism under President Erdogan. However, mounting public protests and wavering political allies indicate growing resistance to his rule.

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Effective Strategies to Challenge Authoritarian Rule

Drawing on global experiences and the work of political scholar Gene Sharp, this article explores proven methods to resist autocratic governance beyond traditional democratic appeals.

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