Is Trumpism a form of fascism? Two historians debate
- Posted on May 3, 2025
- By Le Monde
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Is Trumpism a form of fascism? Two historians debate

Marc Lazar, a specialist in Benito Mussolini's Italy, believes the American president is establishing an illiberal democracy rather than true fascism. Conversely, Olivier Burtin a historian of the United States, argues that the similarities between Trump's politics and fascism are more significant than the differences.