Democracy Under Siege: HRW Critiques Trump's Impact on the U.S.

Human Rights Watch criticized Donald Trump's presidency for undermining the pillars of U.S. democracy, citing immigration policies, voting rights threats, and alignment with white nationalist ideology. The report highlights the global decline in democracy and calls for international support to uphold human rights.

In a stark warning, Human Rights Watch has pointed fingers at former U.S. President Donald Trump for subverting crucial democratic cornerstones within the United States through his policies. The organization's annual report scrutinizes Trump's immigration strategies, alleged threats to voting rights, and use of controversial rhetoric.

Executive Director Philippe Bolopion noted the global ramifications of these actions, observing that democracy has receded to levels last seen in 1985. He highlighted the erosion of freedoms in leading nations, including the U.S., and underscored the rising wave of autocracy affecting 72% of the global population.

The report details how Trump's tenure has aligned with white nationalist views, resulted in harsh immigrant treatment, and poses a challenge to fostering human rights worldwide. Bolopion calls for a unified international response to champion human rights and sustain a rules-based global order.

(With inputs from agencies.)