{"id":965,"date":"2024-10-23T15:01:13","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T22:01:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/los-angeles\/?p=965"},"modified":"2024-10-23T15:01:13","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T22:01:13","slug":"trump-repeatedly-praises-hitler-says-nazi-leader-did-some-good-things","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/los-angeles\/trump-repeatedly-praises-hitler-says-nazi-leader-did-some-good-things\/","title":{"rendered":"Trump Repeatedly Praises Hitler, Says Nazi Leader “Did Some Good Things”"},"content":{"rendered":"

Retired Marine Gen. John Kelly Warns of a Dictatorial Trump Presidency<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kelly’s Concerns about Trump’s Fitness for Office<\/strong><\/p>\n

Retired Marine Gen. John Kelly, who served as Donald Trump’s longest-serving White House chief of staff, has warned that his former boss would govern like a dictator if elected again. In an interview with The New York Times, Kelly expressed concerns about Trump’s lack of empathy and understanding of the U.S. Constitution.<\/p>\n

Kelly’s Critical Assessment of Trump<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kelly, who served as the head of the Department of Homeland Security and White House chief of staff, described Trump as "authoritarian" and "fascist." He also recalled how Trump would make admiring statements about Adolf Hitler, saying, "You know, Hitler did some good things, too."<\/p>\n

Kelly’s Concerns about Trump’s Military Remarks<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kelly’s concerns were triggered by Trump’s recent comments about using the U.S. military against domestic foes and "radical-left lunatics" such as Rep. Adam B. Schiff (D-Burbank). Trump has since expanded on these comments, calling his Democratic opponents a bigger threat to the country than China or Russia.<\/p>\n

Trump’s Response<\/strong><\/p>\n

Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for the Trump campaign, responded to Kelly’s comments, saying that he has "totally beclowned himself" and is suffering from "Trump Derangement Syndrome."<\/p>\n

Kelly’s Recollections of Trump’s Views on Generals<\/strong><\/p>\n

In an interview with The Atlantic, Kelly recalled how Trump once said he needed "German generals" who would be loyal to him. When Kelly asked if he meant Hitler’s generals, Trump replied, "Yeah, yeah, Hitler’s generals."<\/p>\n

Vice President Kamala Harris’ Rebuttal<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vice President Kamala Harris addressed Kelly’s comments, saying that they further demonstrate Trump’s "increasingly unhinged and unstable" behavior. She noted that Kelly’s concerns about Trump’s fitness for office are echoed by his own remarks about the military and his views on governance.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

General Kelly’s warnings about a potential Trump presidency should serve as a warning to voters about the dangers of authoritarianism and the importance of upholding democratic values. It is essential to recognize the risks of a president who lacks empathy and understanding of the U.S. Constitution.<\/p>\n

FAQs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q: What did General Kelly say about Trump’s views on Hitler?
\nA: Kelly recalled that Trump would make admiring statements about Hitler, saying, "You know, Hitler did some good things, too."<\/p>\n

Q: What were Trump’s recent military remarks that triggered Kelly’s concern?
\nA: Trump suggested using the U.S. military against domestic foes and "radical-left lunatics" such as Rep. Adam B. Schiff (D-Burbank).<\/p>\n

Q: How did the Trump campaign respond to Kelly’s comments?
\nA: Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for the Trump campaign, said that Kelly has "totally beclowned himself" and is suffering from "Trump Derangement Syndrome."<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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