Former White House chief of staff John Kelly recently stated in interviews that ex-President Donald Trump fits the definition of a fascist. Kelly’s comments were featured in The New York Times and online audio.
Kelly mentioned that Trump’s far-right views and admiration for dictators categorize him as fascist, adding that Trump even praised Hitler. Trump’s campaign spokesperson dismissed Kelly’s claims.
Reports from The Atlantic revealed Trump’s admiration for Hitler’s generals, which Trump denied through a spokesperson.
Kelly also highlighted his efforts to remind Trump of the military’s loyalty to the Constitution. Democrats have drawn parallels between Trump’s words and Hitler’s, citing inflammatory remarks about immigrants.
The controversy surrounding Trump’s alleged admiration of Hitler’s tactics has stirred reactions from politicians and the public, emphasizing the delicate nature of discourse surrounding leadership and historical figures.
By Zoë Richards