Criticism of Donald Trump in US democracy

In late July 2026, opinion pieces in Argentina, Cameroon and the United States warned that former President Donald Trump represents a major threat to American democratic institutions. The July 22 commentary highlighted concerns about a one‑party‑dominated Congress, a politicised Supreme Court, and policy choices seen as eroding democratic norms, accusing Trump of corruption, misinformation and aligning with authoritarian leaders.

A follow‑up piece on July 27 reiterated these points, emphasizing Trump’s outreach to figures such as Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, his alleged spread of false information on climate change, inflation and cost‑of‑living issues, and his attempts to evade accountability for legal convictions and business failures. Both articles called on citizens to remain vigilant, protect the Constitution, and engage in voting to safeguard democracy.