Trump’s corruption leaves us cynical – and complacent | Judith Levine
The article discusses the growing perception of corruption surrounding Donald Trump and his administration. It highlights recent actions that suggest a blatant disregard for ethical standards, including a controversial deal with the IRS. The author expresses concern over the implications of these actions for American democracy and governance.
- ▪Donald Trump has been accused of openly engaging in corrupt practices without concern for appearances.
- ▪A recent deal with the IRS has raised alarms, as it appears to provide Trump with a slush fund while waiving significant liabilities.
- ▪The legal avenues to challenge Trump's actions are largely untested, raising concerns about accountability.
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| Original publisher | The Guardian — US |
| Canonical URL | https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/may/27/trump-corruption-autocracy |
| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:25 GMT |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-27T10:02:57.947Z |
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‘It’s enough to make an American move off the grid and read novels until it all blows over, or up. This is precisely what Trump wants.’ Photograph: Alex Brandon/APView image in fullscreen‘It’s enough to make an American move off the grid and read novels until it all blows over, or up. This is precisely what Trump wants.’ Photograph: Alex Brandon/APOpinionDonald TrumpWhy Trump isn’t bothering to hide his corruptionJudith LevineImpunity breeds popular cynicism, and cynicism undergirds autocracyWed 27 May 2026 06.00 EDTLast modified on Wed 27 May 2026 06.01 EDTShareAs his mentor Roy Cohn counseled, Donald Trump never admits wrongdoing or apologizes. But he occasionally evinces something resembling a qualm.
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