US democracy debate intensifies ahead of midterms amid justice and academic freedom concerns

Ahead of the US midterms, a domestic political debate has intensified over whether the US remains a democracy under Trump, with opponents citing weaponized justice system and threats to university freedoms. The debate reflects escalating political polarization and raises questions about institutional integrity, though claims are contested and lack specific corroborating incidents in this item.

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