Maddow Blog: Over 24 hours, Trump makes his authoritarian-style vision plain

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Over 24 hours, Trump makes his authoritarian-style vision plain

April 15, 2025, 8:50 AM EDT
By Steve Benen

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But every once in a while, Trump has a day — a single, 24-hour period — in which his authoritarian vision comes into sharp relief.

Sunday, April 14, in the evening: In response to CBS News’ “60 Minutes” airing a couple of segments that he didn’t like, the president accused the news program of “fraud,” airing “defamatory” segments, and being a “Political Operative” that has engaged in “unlawful and illegal behavior.” He added that CBS “should lose” its broadcast license and “pay a big price,” while calling on the FCC to “impose the maximum fines and punishment” because the network displeased him.

Sunday, April 13, in the evening: Asked about Russia’s latest deadly attack in Ukraine, Trump made excuses for the Putin regime, saying, “They made a mistake.”

Monday, April 14, midday: Trump claimed his administration lacks the authority to bring back Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whom the president improperly sent to a Salvadoran prison, despite court orders instructing the administration to facilitate Garcia’s return.

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