Trump Is ‘Repatrimonializing’ Government

President Trump has been criticized for appointing close friends and relatives to high-level government positions, a practice that political scientist Francis Fukuyama describes as "repatrimonializing" the government. This echoes historical concerns about the blurring of public service and personal loyalty, raising questions about the integrity and impartiality of the administration. Critics argue that this trend undermines the traditional separation between personal and governmental affairs, which is crucial for maintaining public trust and the checks and balances inherent in democratic governance.