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Trump Is A Lot Weaker Than He Appears

Trump’s authoritarian image is seeing real cracks. From court losses to pushback within the GOP to the No Kings protests to other acts of defiance, Trump is not as powerful as he wants us to believe.

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Donald Trump’s political power relies on the illusion of strength. But behind that image of control, his administration is losing battles across multiple fronts — in the courts, within his own party, and on the streets. Each loss chips away at the myth of invincibility that fuels his movement. From judges striking down his illegal federal worker purges to Pentagon reporters refusing to bend to his censorship demands, the cracks are widening. Even among his most loyal followers, dissent is growing as his policies fail to deliver stability or prosperity. Not to mention his plummeting approval numbers.

These are not isolated moments. They’re proof that Trump’s power is fragile when people resist. Trump’s system of fear and dominance depends on silence and surrender. Every protester, every journalist, every lawmaker who defies that pressure weakens the narrative of inevitability that his movement relies on. The truth is, Trump’s strength is performative, and the courage of those refusing to play along is beginning to expose the hollow core of his rule.

In this video, I also cite Historian

, who’s been making the same observation: Trump’s grip is loosening, and the cracks in his authoritarian image are becoming impossible to ignore. Trump’s weakness is real, and we can’t give in to his propaganda meant to make us despair.

I also posted this video on TikTok, where it went viral. People need hope right now. This is part of my broader video content expansion and a new video series I’m going to pursue, highlighting the ways Trump is weakening. It’s not just about cable news hits. We need to reach people where they are. If you haven’t already, follow me on TikTok.

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