Support for Israel among U.S. conservatives, especially young evangelicals, is declining due to recent conflicts in Gaza and the influence of controversial figures questioning Israel's policies, which could impact U.S. aid and political support for Israel.
The article discusses Hungary's transformation under Viktor Orbán from a post-communist democracy to an electoral autocracy, with critics labeling it a dictatorship, while it remains a model for U.S. conservatives inspired by Orbán's populist and nationalist policies. The piece explores Hungary's political reforms, its influence on Western conservative movements, and the internal and external pressures it faces, including from the European Union.
Latin American leaders Nayib Bukele of El Salvador and Javier Milei of Argentina, known for their right-wing populism and illiberal policies, have gained favor among US conservatives, including former President Donald Trump. Their presence at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) reflects the American right's affinity for authoritarian leadership and extreme solutions to societal problems. Despite criticism for human rights violations and unsustainable policies, Bukele and Milei's ideologies resonate with conservatives who view their tough-on-crime and limited government approaches as solutions to perceived societal issues, reinforcing a global network of far-right politicians and promoting authoritarian rhetoric as the norm.