Donald Trump's anti-NATO stance, alongside the rise of authoritarian leaders in Italy, Hungary, the Netherlands, and Germany, undermines efforts to defend Ukraine and uphold democracy in Europe. As well, Putin's disinformation campaigns highlight an ongoing threat to NATO and liberal democracy.

Moreover, House Republicans, influenced by Russian disinformation, have obstructed military aid to Ukraine. Meanwhile, Trump's chief propagandist, Tucker Carlson, labeled by Hillary Clinton as Putin's 'useful idiot,' recently conducted a cringe-worthy interview with Putin, openly praising his autocratic regime.

These combined factors represent a significant threat to global democracy.