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A Trump Obsession That Carries a Cost for Democracy
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- President Trump delivered a prime-time speech accusing the 2020 election and upcoming elections of being rigged, corrupt, and manipulated, though he provided no evidence that any outcomes were actually changed.
- He emphasized that he is not a loser regardless of the 2020 election results, suggesting dark forces worked against him and implying future elections might also be dishonest if his party loses.
- Since returning to office, Trump has installed election deniers in key positions, sought to restrict voting access, seized voting records, and removed officials investigating his attempts to overturn the 2020 election.
- Experts and associates describe Trump’s focus on disputing the 2020 election as an obsession tied to his unwillingness to admit defeat, making it a key test for loyalty among his staff.
