In an American future, the president decides, when facing military predictions of a coming conflict with China, that it is time to take power for herself.Expressing contempt for Congress, the courts, and the media, the president justifies the action on national security grounds.With these powers, the president's executive orders will now be considered supreme law, with Congress consulted on an as-needed basis.This president could be said to be leading a type of government known as _________________.

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An autocracy is a system of government in which one person holds absolute power, often bypassing other branches of government and ruling without checks and balances, as described in the scenario.

In an American Future, the President Decides, When Facing Military