AOC accuses Trump of trying to usher in ‘age of authoritarianism’ at Munich conference

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Andrew Roth in WashingtonFebruary 13, 2026 at 08:10 PM

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At the Munich Security Conference, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez accused Donald Trump of dismantling the transatlantic alliance and pushing for an "age of authoritarianism." Speaking at a panel on populism, she presented an alternative left-wing foreign policy vision, criticizing the Trump administration's nationalist and militaristic approach. Ocasio-Cortez specifically condemned Trump's foreign policy decisions, including his stance on Venezuela, Greenland, and the Gaza conflict. Her appearance served as a counterpoint to Marco Rubio, who was scheduled to address the conference. She advocated for a "working-class-centered politics" to combat authoritarianism, linking extreme income inequality to social instability and right-wing populism.

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