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De-Trumpification or detrumpification refers to the proposed process of addressing, mitigating and dismantling the political, social, and cultural influences associated with Trumpism, the political movement in the United States associated with President Donald Trump. The term draws inspiration from denazification, the post-World War II initiative aimed at purging Nazi ideology from German society. Supporters argue it is a necessary step to restore democratic norms, accountability, and societal cohesion in the wake of Trump's presidency. [1] [2]

The term "De-Trumpification" was used during Donald Trump's 2016 campaign in discussion of how businesses were distancing themselves from his brand in response to the divisive rhetoric and polarizing nature of his presidential campaign. [3] The political concept of de-Trumpification then emerged during Trump's campaign and first presidency, particularly in discussions about the long-term impacts of his leadership style and policies on American society. Gabriel Schoenfeld suggested in 2016 that a "de-Trumpification of the GOP commences" was inevitable. [4] After he took office, commentators highlighted the need for a comprehensive approach to address the divisive and authoritarian tendencies that became prominent during this period. [5] For example, in 2018 Michelle Goldberg argued in The New York Times that "if we expect America to ever again be more than a squalid kleptocracy, we’re going to need a comprehensive plan of de-Trumpification, including wide-ranging investigations and legal reforms." [6] Chris Stevenson argued that "a 'de-Trumpification' process will have to course through the Republican Party’s veins if it is to again be a worthy part of the American experiment in self-government." [7] In 2020 Foreign Policy suggested that "the urgency of de-Trumpification at home" would be a great source of temptation for an incoming Biden team. [8] In 2021, President Joe Biden set out to reverse much of Trump’s legacy; The Economist suggested that "given his current pace and the vigour of his appointees, he may even achieve something like total de-Trumpification of federal policy." [9] The Independent reported that some Democrats called for a de-Trumpification based on the model of Germany's de-Nazification after World War II, arguing that the U.S. government must undergo a similar process to root out officials who supported or enabled Trump-era policies deemed illegal or unethical. [10] Fox News also reported that "all kinds of pundits on the left, and maybe even not so left" argued that "Trump supporters somehow have to be reprogrammed, or there needs to be de-Trumpification." [11] Writing for The Nation , Jeet Heer suggested Trump’s two impeachments were merely the start of a long struggle "to turn Trump into a political nomad, friendless and homeless. That’s the only way to achieve the necessary de-Trumpification of America." [12] Washington Examiner suggested in 2023 that "there are also some who want a scorched-earth de-Trumpification of the Republican Party, not just a different nominee" than Trump. [13]

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  2. ↑ "Joe Biden, Iran, and De-Trumpification". National Review. Retrieved 25 January 2025.
  3. ↑ "Trump's name officially exiting a beleaguered Atlantic City". Associated Press News . Retrieved October 7, 2016. De-Trumpification has already begun at the Taj.
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  7. ↑ Stevenson, Chris. "After Trump, the Republican Party will need to do some soul-searching" . The Washington Post‎. Retrieved January 30, 2019.
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  9. ↑ "Joe Biden terminates much of Donald Trump's legacy". The Economist . Retrieved 26 January 2025.
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