Funny how you were talking about "Left" wing projection. But too often, the accuser is just projecting their insecurities.
Permit me to demonstrate:
Media Control: Trump frequently attacked media outlets critical of him, labeling them “fake news” and singling out journalists, creating a hostile environment for critical coverage. He pushed to revoke protections for certain media corporations (e.g., suggesting NBC's broadcasting license should be challenged), though he did not successfully control media content.
Approved Products and Pharmaceuticals: Trump pressured the FDA to fast-track approval of COVID-19 treatments like hydroxychloroquine (later shown to be ineffective) and pushed for accelerated vaccine approvals through Operation Warp Speed. While this wasn’t full “control,” it applied unusual political pressure on a typically independent agency.
Guns: Trump did enact restrictions on firearms, notably banning bump stocks after the 2017 Las Vegas shooting. This was the first significant federal gun control action in years, albeit a limited one.
Free Speech: Trump called for stronger defamation laws to make it easier to sue journalists and social media platforms. He also pushed for repealing Section 230, which protects online platforms from being liable for user-generated content, pressuring platforms to regulate content more strictly.
Redefine Words: Trump's administration was criticized for redefining terms, like using “alternative facts” to explain inconsistencies or downplay information. He also reframed "fake news" to mean any negative coverage, a shift that changed the term’s popular understanding.
Influence Morality, Beliefs, and Behavior: Trump’s rhetoric often influenced public sentiment, like referring to COVID-19 as the "China virus" or "Kung flu," which many argue contributed to rising anti-Asian sentiment. His rallies and public statements also intensified divisions on race, immigration, and social issues.
Pit Groups Against Each Other: Trump’s speeches and tweets frequently pitted various groups against each other, such as rural versus urban populations, "patriots" versus “radical leftists,” and attacks on immigrants, creating a narrative of “us versus them.”
Politicize Courts: Trump openly appointed judges based on ideological stances, frequently praising judges he believed would rule in his favor. The process isn’t unusual, but Trump’s rhetoric was notable for its blunt focus on appointing loyalists, not just qualified judges.
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