By Charles Switzer
1:45pm PDT, Apr 19, 2025
Pete Buttigieg Warns of Trump's 'Early Stages of Consolidating Total Power'
Former presidential candidate and Transportation Secretary
Pete Buttigieg raised concerns this week about what he believes is President
Donald Trump's growing consolidation of power.
In a video message posted to his Bluesky profile on Thursday, April 17, Buttigieg warned that Trump is in the "early stages of consolidating total power" and called for Americans to respond to this threat by creating a better kind of politics.
Here are four key takeaways from the ex-Cabinet member's post.
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Buttigieg's Message on Trump's Danger to Democracy
In the video, Pete Buttigieg elaborated on what he sees as an urgent and dangerous moment for the country, warning that the president's
disregard for the courts and the law poses a significant threat.
He explained, "We are seeing right before our eyes what it looks like when the head of the government of the country we live in doesn't think he has to obey the courts or the law. It's an incredibly important and incredibly dangerous moment for the country."
He emphasized that this moment is a test for Americans, asking, "It's a test of whether we're actually a freedom-loving people."
Buttigieg Calls for Action from Americans
Acknowledging that many Americans may feel powerless in the face of such actions, Pete Buttigieg encouraged them to take steps to oppose the concentration of power.
"I think it leaves a lot of Americans feeling powerless. I wouldn't be here if I didn't believe that there are a lot of things we can do," he said.
Buttigieg suggested some traditional actions, such as contacting members of Congress or joining street demonstrations, as essential forms of resistance.
However, he also urged for creativity in how Americans respond, saying, "We're gonna have to be creative about other means of making it known that this is a freedom-loving country."
Building a Better Vision for the Country
Pete Buttigieg also called for a shift towards a new,
better vision for American politics and economics.
He stressed the need to build a system that better serves the needs of everyday people. "We're going to build something different and better, a vision where our politics and our economics respond to the needs of everyday people. One that leaves us more free and more prosperous than before," Buttigieg said.
He lamented the current state of the nation, stating, "We are very obviously less free and less prosperous than we were even a few months ago," but insisted that "this doesn't have to be a one-way trip."
Public Reactions on Social Media
The video sparked varied reactions online.
One user on X commented, "Buttigieg is right — this moment is a serious test for our democracy. We need to stand up and take action before it's too late."
Another verified user posted, "If we don't speak out now, we'll have no one but ourselves to blame when the country is completely run by one man. Buttigieg's warning is crucial."
