Trump's 'America First' Celebrations Draw Monarchy Comparisons

The 250th anniversary of America's independence from Great Britain has arrived, and it comes at an interesting time. President Donald Trump is marking this milestone with a 'Trump rally' on July Fourth, overshadowing the bipartisan commission that was supposed to coordinate events commemorating the nation's founding.

Trump's approach to power has raised questions about whether he is acting like a monarch rather than the leader of the world's oldest democracy. Critics point out that since returning to office in January 2025, Trump has nominated one of his personal lawyers as attorney general and ordered the Department of Justice to pursue his political enemies.

He has also leveraged the presidency to enrich himself and his family through various means, including launching cryptocurrencies that have pulled in millions of dollars. Trump's actions have led some to draw comparisons with King George III, the British monarch whose rule inspired the American Revolution.