Donald Trump’s MAGA campaign has no fans in Russia as state TV calls it ‘facist’

A Russian television host slammed former US President Donald Trump and his campaigns for the White House, stating that they showed signs of fascism.

Russian state TV host, Vladimir Solovyov aired his grievances about a New York Times opinion piece entitled “We Should Say It. Russia Is Fascist,” written by Yale history professor Timothy Snyder.

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In the article, Snyder reported several signs connected to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine that he said indicated fascism.

In response to the article, Solovyov slammed the United States, according to a subtitled video posted on Twitter. He stated that instead of Russia, America has been the nation that has been “offering the hallmarks of a fascist state.” As his example, the host pointed to Trump and his campaigns for president.

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“Down to the slogan, ‘Make America Great Again,’discussions of former greatness. Donald Trump: ‘Make America Great Again,’ cult of one leader,” he said.

Recently, Solovyov made headlines for railing against Italy on air after having three of his villas in the Mediterranean country seized over the Ukraine war. The TV host’s comments bashing Trump as a cult leader came the same day as other remarks he made warning that Russian forces are “never leaving” Ukraine.

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The TV host has called former President Donald Trump a cult leader and said his campaigns for president showed signs of fascism. Above, Trump speaks during an event in Austin, Texas, on May 14.

In his discussion of Trump, Solovyov talked about the popular red hats Trump supporters commonly wear as well as the many Trump rallies.

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“Visual symbols as a sign of belonging. What about Donald Trump’s red hats? Mass events in support of the leader. Do you want me to play a clip of the dancing Trump? Hate speech towards a certain group of people. Look at what Trump used to say about liberals,” he said.

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Solovyov, upset by Snyder’s article, also criticised the Yale professor, saying Snyder is a “pseudo-professor” at a “pseudo-university” and that he “knows nothing, understands nothing” and is “just a regular liar.”

The subtitled video finishes with Solovyov calling Snyder a “cretin.”