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U.S. democratic norms are under strain ahead of 2026 midterms due to election-related abuses and authoritarian tactics.
As the U.S. nears the 2026 midterm elections, concerns over democratic erosion have grown, with some political scientists warning the country is entering a mild form of authoritarianism.
Actions including threats against media companies, proposals to deploy military forces in cities, and federal agents fatally shooting two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis have fueled public backlash.
Efforts to access state voter data and deploy immigration enforcement at polling places—though illegal—have raised alarms about voter suppression, particularly among marginalized communities.
While some experts argue democratic institutions remain resilient and attempts to manipulate elections have largely failed, others warn these moves mirror tactics used in Hungary and threaten electoral integrity.
The midterms are seen as a pivotal test for American democracy.
Las normas democráticas estadounidenses están bajo tensión antes de las elecciones de mitad de período de 2026 debido a los abusos relacionados con las elecciones y las tácticas autoritarias.