Sen. Murphy Warns Trump's Actions Could Lead to Totalitarianism in America

Sen. Chris Murphy warns that actions by Donald Trump during the government shutdown could push the United States towards Totalitarianism, undermining democracy and Congressional authority.

• In an interview on CNNs State of the Union, Chris Murphy criticized Donald Trumps refusal to negotiate during the government shutdown, suggesting it enhances his king-like powers.
• Chris Murphy expressed concern that Trumps actions could lead to a form of Totalitarianism, undermining the checks and balances essential to the United States Congress and democracy.
• The Democratic Party (United States) senator highlighted how the ongoing shutdown allows Donald Trump to make unilateral decisions typically reserved for the United States Senate and Congress.