Mark Kelly, the former Marine general and chief of staff to Trump, characterized the former president as fitting the definition of fascism, stating that Trump appreciates the authoritarian style of leadership and admires dictators. He emphasized that this includes aspects such as militarism, suppression of opposition, and a natural social hierarchy, all of which align with Trump's beliefs about governance.
Mark Esper, Trump's former defense secretary, warned that the public should heed Trump's words when he speaks about using military force against American citizens. He emphasized that Trump's strategy involves surrounding himself with loyal subordinates who serve his agenda without question, highlighting a potential authoritarian tendency that reflects broader fascistic inclinations.
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