In a recent series of interviews, former White House chief of staff John Kelly stated that former President Donald Trump meets the definition of a fascist, citing his far-right views, admiration for dictators, and positive comments about Adolf Hitler. Trump campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung criticized Kelly for spreading debunked stories about the administration, denying Trump’s admiration for Hitler. Kelly also recalled pushing back on Trump’s criticism of U.S. generals by emphasizing their loyalty to the Constitution. Recent comparisons of Trump’s rhetoric to Hitler’s have emerged, particularly regarding inflammatory comments about immigrants at a rally in New Hampshire. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz condemned Trump’s reported admiration of Hitler’s generals at a campaign event, expressing disgust. Despite denials from the Trump campaign, Kelly’s remarks have stirred controversy and raised concerns about the former president’s political ideology. Kelly’s statements have reignited discussions about Trump’s leadership style and the potential risks of authoritarianism in American politics.
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