Former President Donald Trump has made it clear that he sees himself as a “wartime president.” But here’s the twist: his enemies aren’t foreign nations—they’re right here at home, and according to a new article from The Bulwark, Trump seems ready to go to war with the American people themselves.
In the article, editor Jonathan V. Last points out that Trump’s vision of “war” is unlike anything we’ve seen before. With the Republican Party firmly behind him, he’s now targeting the other power centers in America. And, it turns out, the ultimate battlefield is right in our own backyard.
Trump’s agenda isn’t about uniting Americans; it’s about attacking the half of the country that didn’t vote for him. Remember when he said at his inauguration that he wasn’t just governing for all Americans? It wasn’t a unifying message. Instead, it was about going after those who opposed him. He views his mission as taking down anyone who stands in his way.
Trump’s approach isn’t subtle. He doesn’t think he should negotiate with Democratic voters. He believes they should be punished, intimidated, and subdued—basically rendered powerless to oppose him. And he’s using every tool at his disposal—courts, government, and even mob rule—to make it happen.
One of the most shocking moves? Trump released the January 6th rioters, including the ones who were violent, sending a clear message: he’s all for the idea of street violence if it serves his purpose. He wants a loyal, even violent, army at his side—and he’s giving them the green light.
Trump is especially targeting those living in blue states, according to Last. He sees them as the last real opposition to his rule. How does he plan to weaken them? By using the full force of the federal government to make life harder in these states. Think deportations, tariffs, and executive powers all aimed at hurting local economies.
So, if you’re living in a blue state, buckle up. Trump’s war on America might just make your life a lot more difficult.
