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To fight fascism, we urge immediate, consistent action. Speak out early and often—privately, publicly, and online—about threats to freedom, emphasizing shared values over politics. Engage friends, family, and elected officials to raise awareness. Join or organize protests to visibly oppose authoritarianism. Use your spending power to avoid supporting pro-fascist businesses or individuals. Most importantly, back anti-Trump candidates with your vote, donations, and volunteer efforts. Waiting is dangerous—resistance must begin now, not later.

Donald Trump’s actions mirror early fascism, especially through attacks on the First Amendment by targeting the press and dissenters. His administration has threatened journalists, universities, and immigrants while eroding legal norms. Though gun rights remain untouched, the piece warns they may be curtailed to suppress opposition. Constitutional protections under the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments face growing threats, with concerns that broader civil liberties may soon be undermined as authoritarian power consolidates.

Fascism may already be taking root in the U.S., fueled by Donald Trump’s rhetoric and actions. Despite his claim of being a “dictator only on day one,” his support for January 6 insurrectionists and efforts to expand presidential power suggest deeper authoritarian ambitions. ICH2’s analysis predicted severe threats to civil liberties under Trump, now confirmed by his presidency. While nonpartisan, ICH2 sees Trump’s leadership as a real and present danger to American freedom.