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Hillary Clinton Criticizes Trump Administration’s Ties to Autocrats in Berlin Speech
During a speech in Berlin, Germany, on Tuesday, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton voiced strong concerns about the Trump administration’s stance on global leadership, asserting that it has aligned itself with authoritarian regimes.
Speaking at what appeared to be the World Forum on the Future of Democracy, Tech, and Humankind, Clinton warned about the growing influence of autocracy worldwide.
“Autocracy is on the rise,” Clinton stated. “And now, the United States has a government that has chosen to side with autocrats—supporting those who wage war rather than pursue peace. They have empowered the men who control global information channels, ensuring that algorithms designed to manipulate and addict also spread fear and division.”
Her remarks seemingly referenced President Trump’s close association with high-profile tech leaders, including Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. Notably, Zuckerberg attended Trump’s inauguration, while Musk has become a contentious figure among Democrats. Critics argue that Musk’s aggressive cost-cutting measures in government agencies, including USAID, have jeopardized public welfare. These cuts have faced legal challenges, leading to the reinstatement of thousands of federal employees.
Clinton’s comments also coincided with a key diplomatic exchange between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. During a phone call on the same day, Trump emphasized the economic potential of strengthened U.S.-Russia relations. However, Putin dismissed a U.S.-backed proposal for an unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine—an initiative supported by Kyiv. Instead, he agreed to a narrower ceasefire targeting energy infrastructure, a compromise that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also endorsed during a subsequent call with Trump.
This development underscores the shifting dynamics of U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration, sparking debate over America’s global alliances and its commitment to democratic values.