Trump is dismantling democracy at 'unprecedented' speed, global report finds
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Three major studies conclude the U.S. is declining as a democratic nation under Trump's presidency.
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Three major studies on democracy and freedom conclude the U.S. is declining as a democratic nation, with leaders of two studies asserting that President Trump's stated objective is to govern as an autocrat. The reports represent a coordinated assessment from multiple research institutions tracking democratic erosion and freedoms globally. The findings add to scrutiny of Trump administration policies during his second term, which began in January 2025.
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