Nearly half of the country views former President Donald Trump as a fascist, with 8% of those supporters still planning to vote for him, according to an ABC News/Ipsos poll. Some respondents, including former Democrats and independents, believe Trump’s policies outweigh his personal qualities and support authoritarian leadership. Despite concerns over fascism, supporters like Mindy from North Carolina remain loyal to Trump, citing alignment with their own beliefs and concerns about personal freedoms.
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Khamenei of Iran Denounces Negotiation With U.S. but Seems to Leave Door Ajar
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, criticized negotiating with the United States as “unwise, unintelligent, and not honorable,” citing past agreements that were reneged upon. Despite his public stance, Khamenei did not explicitly forbid Iran’s government from engaging in talks with Washington. The comments come amidst escalating tensions, with U.S. officials warning of Iran's nuclear ambitions and President Trump expressing a desire to revive negotiations while also issuing threats against Iran. Full Article
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