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Democratic Risk Dashboard
Current Risk Level
Based on 28 metrics across 10 categories
Democratic Risk
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Evidence Volume
Average Risk Level
Recent Evidence
U.N. Human Rights Office Asks Ghana to Halt Deportations of Migrants Sent From U.S.
At least five migrants recently deported to Ghana from the United States had court-ordered protections meant to keep them from the possibility of being tortured if returned to their home countries.
What this evidence shows: Changes to immigration enforcement or border policies
Why it matters: Track enforcement actions and policy shifts that may affect immigrant communities
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Supreme Court allows Trump officials to freeze billions in foreign aid
The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to freeze more than $4 billion in foreign aid.
What this evidence shows: Changes to judicial oversight or legal precedents
Why it matters: Track judicial appointments and rulings that may affect checks and balances
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With Comey prosecution, Trump fulfills promise of revenge
President Donald Trump’s predecessors sought to preserve the Justice Department’s independence in political prosecutions. Trump openly intervened in the Comey prosecution.
What this evidence shows: General policy or administrative changes
Why it matters: Continue monitoring for potential democratic backsliding indicators
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Years of clashes with Trump preceded Comey’s indictment
The federal grand jury’s indictment of the former FBI director, which Trump pushed for, marks the latest chapter in the tumultuous relationship between the two men.
What this evidence shows: General policy or administrative changes
Why it matters: Continue monitoring for potential democratic backsliding indicators
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Brief Comey Indictment Prompts Questions and Criticism
The two-page indictment of James B. Comey, the former F.B.I. director, offered little indication of the evidence that would be presented at a trial. Some legal experts called it flimsy and dangerous.
What this evidence shows: General policy or administrative changes
Why it matters: Continue monitoring for potential democratic backsliding indicators
📊 Impact Across Categories (How this event affects democratic risk) ⚠ Simplified
Data sources: 28 metrics • Last updated: 9/27/2025, 12:00:00 AM
This dashboard tracks democratic risk indicators using transparent, source-linked metrics.