Has America entered an authoritarian era?
In this powerful episode of SOS America, Charles Feldman sits down with Congressman Ted Lieu Vice Chair of the House Democratic Caucus and a member of both the House Judiciary and House Foreign Affairs Committees for an unfiltered and wide-ranging conversation about the state of the United States.
This discussion goes far beyond headlines.
Congressman Lieu addresses:
Whether Donald Trump is leading the country toward authoritarian rule
Claims of corruption and the political consequences heading into the 2026 midterms
The controversy surrounding the Epstein files and allegations of a cover-up
Whether impeachment could realistically happen again
The battle for independent voters and what it means for Democrats
U.S. policy toward Ukraine and Vladimir Putin
Internal divisions within the Democratic Party
Who might emerge as the party’s next national leader
Lieu argues that the political tide may be shifting — citing polling, special elections, and growing dissatisfaction among independents and moderate Republicans. He also lays out what Democratic control of the House (or Senate) would mean in practical terms, including investigations, subpoena power, and economic priorities.
At its core, this episode asks a bigger question:
What direction is America heading — and what happens next?
Whether you agree or disagree with Congressman Lieu’s views, this conversation offers insight into how senior Democrats are thinking about democracy, power, accountability, and America’s global role.

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