- Ineffective handling of the COVID-19 pandemic: Trump’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic was slow and disorganized, leading to the loss of thousands of lives. He has consistently downplayed the severity of the virus, ignored expert advice, and pushed unproven treatments.
- Divisive rhetoric and actions: Trump has consistently engaged in divisive rhetoric, targeting minority communities and contributing to a toxic political climate. His policy of separating immigrant children from their parents at the border was widely criticized as inhumane.
- Damage to international relations: Trump’s unilateral approach to foreign policy, including withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement and the Iran Nuclear Deal, has alienated key allies and weakened global cooperation on critical issues.
- Impeachment: Trump was impeached by the House of Representatives for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, making him only the third president in U.S. history to be impeached.
- Promotion of conspiracy theories: Trump has a history of promoting conspiracy theories, such as the “deep state” and false claims about election fraud, which undermine trust in democratic institutions.
- Erosion of democratic norms: Trump’s refusal to commit to a peaceful transfer of power and his attempts to undermine the 2020 election have eroded democratic norms and trust in the electoral process.
- Economic policies that favor the wealthy: Trump’s tax cuts disproportionately benefited the wealthiest Americans and corporations, while providing limited relief for middle and lower-income households.
- Environmental deregulation: Trump’s administration has rolled back numerous environmental regulations, undermining efforts to combat climate change and protect public health.
- Attacks on the free press: Trump has consistently attacked and undermined the media, labeling them the “enemy of the people” and contributing to a culture of distrust and hostility towards journalists.
- Conflicts of interest: Trump’s refusal to divest from his business interests has resulted in numerous potential conflicts of interest and raised concerns about the influence of his personal financial interests on his decision-making as president.
- Inflammatory use of social media: Trump’s frequent use of Twitter to spread misinformation, attack opponents, and make inflammatory statements has contributed to a toxic political climate and eroded public discourse.
- Lack of empathy and leadership: Trump has demonstrated a lack of empathy and leadership during times of crisis, such as the racial justice protests following the killing of George Floyd and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
