A populist political philosophy, movement, or regime (such as that of the Fascisti) that exalts nation and often race above the individual, that is associated with a centralized autocratic government headed by a dictatorial leader, and that is characterized by severe economic and social regimentation and by forcible suppression of opposition.

Tapper took aim at former President Donald Trump's increasingly "authoritarian" rhetoric on immigration and political opponents, comparing it to fascist ideals.