Biden accuses Trump of destroying democracy and undermining US institutions

Former US President Joe Biden accused the current head of the White House Donald Trump of deliberately undermining American democracy and abusing his power. Speaking at a public event in Nebraska, Biden said that Trump's policies threaten the «foundations of the constitutional order» of the United States.

«You work for us, Mr President. We do not work for you. You serve the American people, not just billionaires and those close to power,» Biden said to Trump.

Criticism of the current president's policies

Biden accused Donald Trump of abuse of power, destruction of the balance between the branches of government and attempts to turn the presidency into a «personal monarchy».

According to him, the Trump administration Ignores the rule of law, It puts pressure on the independent judiciary and turns the state into a «corporation dominated by privilege for the powerful and wealthy».

«Democracy is not about blind loyalty to the leader. It is about the responsibility of the government to the people,» Biden said.

Political context

Biden's statements came amid escalation of political struggle in the United States. The Democratic Party, which Biden represents, is trying to mobilise voters around the theme of Protecting democratic values and the independence of institutions, while the Republican Party under Trump's leadership has been stepping up its rhetoric of «strong America» and fighting red tape.

Analysts believe that these allegations indicate deepening of the ideological split in the United States, where the issue of democracy has become a central theme of the election campaign.

Trump's reaction

The team of incumbent President Trump responded by saying that Biden «lost touch with reality» and is trying to shift the blame for his own political defeats. The Republican headquarters stressed that Trump is «restoring America's strength» and «fighting against the elites who have neglected ordinary people for decades».