US Military Shift Sparks Fascism Allegations Amid Global Officers' Meeting

In 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated his authoritarian approach, attacking democratic norms by targeting media figures, anti-fascists, and institutions like PBS and NPR through funding cuts and legal actions. His administration’s efforts to reshape the U.S. military into a white supremacist, patriarchal, Christian nationalist force, including demanding loyalty oaths to Trump personally and convening an unprecedented gathering of military leaders, have raised alarm about the erosion of constitutional principles and the rise of fascist repression. These developments have galvanized resistance, with calls for mass, sustained nonviolent protests in Washington, DC, and warnings from commentators about the dangerous path of Trump’s regime. Meanwhile, cultural resistance to fascism continues globally, as exemplified by events like the July Uprising commemoration in Khulna, which honors those standing against cultural fascism. The political climate is further complicated by cultural figures like Trevor Moore, whose death and subversive comedy symbolize broader struggles against authoritarianism and the anxieties surrounding truth and government power. These intersecting narratives highlight a polarized society confronting threats to democratic freedoms and cultural expression.