Summary
Donald Trump sparked backlash after quoting Napoleon on social media: “He who saves his Country does not violate any Law.”
Critics saw this as a justification for authoritarianism, comparing it to fascist rhetoric. Some mocked Trump’s legal troubles, while others suggested it signaled dictatorial ambitions.
His administration’s recent executive orders and efforts to bypass congressional approval have already raised legal concerns.
JD Vance’s claim that judges “aren’t allowed to control” the executive has further fueled fears of a constitutional crisis.
Republicans want a dictatorship.
Republicans want to be in control. If Democrats had set up a dictatorship, they would be completely against it.