In recent interviews, former White House Chief of Staff John Kelly stated that former President Donald Trump meets the definition of a fascist, citing his authoritarian tendencies and admiration for dictators. Kelly also mentioned that Trump had made positive comments about Adolf Hitler. The Trump campaign spokesperson, Steven Cheung, denied these claims, calling them debunked stories. The Atlantic had previously reported that Trump admired Hitler’s generals for their loyalty. Trump’s spokesperson denied these reports as well. Kelly also mentioned that he would remind Trump of the loyalty of U.S. generals to the Constitution and rule of law when he criticized them. Democrats have compared Trump’s rhetoric to Hitler’s, with Trump facing backlash for comments about immigrants at a rally. Trump has denied reading Hitler’s manifesto. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz criticized Trump’s reported admiration of Hitler’s generals, stating it made him sick. Trump’s campaign has not yet commented on Kelly’s remarks. Kelly’s statements highlight concerns about Trump’s authoritarian tendencies and rhetoric compared to historical fascist leaders.
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John Kelly declares that Donald Trump fits the description of a ‘fascist’
