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US: Warnings of 'Trumpian Autocracy' and Potential Weaponization of the Military

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US: Warnings of 'Trumpian Autocracy' and Potential Weaponization of the Military
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An in.gr article analyzes concerns about the potential weaponization of the US military by Donald Trump, ahead of the elections. Trump's speech to the military leadership has sparked strong reactions and fears of an anti-democratic slide.

According to the article, Trump is reportedly considering using the military to confront 'enemies from within,' targeting political opponents and critics. It also refers to the potential use of the National Guard in cities under Democratic control, as well as Trump's comments about using these cities as 'training grounds' for the military.

Ben Rhodes, former Deputy National Security Advisor to the White House under Barack Obama, described Trump's speech as 'one of the most disturbing,' noting that Trump is implementing tactics from the authoritarian playbook.

The article also refers to General Mark Milley, who in the past had expressed concerns about Trump, calling him a 'fascist to the core' and comparing his claims of electoral fraud to 'the gospel of the Führer.'

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