MSNBC anchor Rachel Maddow believes that the Republican base supports the idea of turning former President Donald Trump into a dictator. She argues that Trump's appeal lies in his promise of strongman leadership, where politics, contested elections, and the power of the Judiciary and Congress would be eliminated. Maddow suggests that Trump is not deceiving his supporters, but rather giving them exactly what they desire.

In the realm of politics, Republicans in New Hampshire come together to back Trump in the primary, with former rivals endorsing him on stage. Trump emphasizes the importance of party unity and introduces leaders who will assist him in defeating Biden. He highlights key issues such as border control, law and order, the deep state, inflation, and national pride. Trump criticizes Nikki Haley for forming alliances with "progressive" individuals and accuses her supporters of being pro-amnesty, pro-China, and pro-Biden.

Moving to foreign affairs, violence in Darfur has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people, potentially amounting to crimes against humanity. Paramilitaries aligned with Arab militias purposely targeted civilians, with a specific focus on the Masalit community.

The Digest, 1/22/2024 @1130PM, CDT

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