Editorial: Le Monde

• Deception, violence, manipulation, corruption, and hatred of law and institutions define Donald Trump's career.
• New elite figures, like Elon Musk and other tech magnates, have allied with Trump, posing a threat to democracy and worldwide access to reliable information.
• A significant number of observers minimize or ignore the threat this new cabinet represents.
• These billionaires are using their power and influence to silence professionals and media outlets that oppose their personal interests.
• By turning social media platforms into tools to promote their political and commercial interests, these magnates obstruct the free flow of information and debate.

Conclusion: American democracy faces a serious threat, and it is essential to maintain the norms of public debate to prevent the erosion of democracy in this new term of Donald Trump.

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