Trump’s Habit of Claiming Credit Draws Global Parallels with Modi’s Political Style

ByKhadija Khan

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Khadija Khan

May 20, 2025

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Trump Faces Criticism for Taking Credit Beyond His Authority — Parallels Drawn with Modi’s Political Style

By FNF News Staff
May 19, 2025

Washington, D.C. — Former President Donald Trump is facing growing criticism for taking credit for recent national and international developments that, analysts say, fall outside the scope of his actual authority. The political pattern has drawn comparisons to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has similarly been accused by critics of aggressively claiming credit for collective or institutional accomplishments.

Trump, who remains a central figure in American politics ahead of the 2024 election cycle, recently claimed responsibility for everything from falling inflation rates to diplomatic breakthroughs in the Middle East—even though he currently holds no public office.

Recent Claims Stir Debate

In a recent post on Truth Social, Trump wrote:

“Inflation is finally coming down thanks to my policies that Biden copied, poorly. The world knows it.”

This statement prompted swift responses from economists and political opponents, who argued that inflation is influenced by current fiscal and monetary policy—not residual Trump-era measures.

“He’s attributing macroeconomic trends to himself without evidence. This is political posturing,”
— Dr. Evelyn Hart, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution

Similarly, Trump suggested in a rally that the recent ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas were a result of groundwork laid during his term. However, White House officials confirmed that the recent talks were facilitated by Qatar, Egypt, and the Biden administration.

Global Parallels: Modi’s Political Style

The phenomenon isn’t unique to American politics. Political analysts have increasingly drawn comparisons to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has been similarly accused by opposition leaders in India of centralizing credit for national achievements—from COVID-19 vaccine distribution to infrastructure projects.

“Both Trump and Modi use a form of personalized political branding, where they project themselves as the sole drivers of national progress,”
— Pradeep Mehta, political analyst, Observer Research Foundation (ORF), New Delhi

In both countries, the trend has sparked debates about the erosion of institutional recognition and the media’s role in reinforcing political cults of personality.

Supporters Defend the Strategy

Trump allies argue that his statements reflect confidence and strong leadership, not arrogance.

“President Trump built a foundation of strength—if others are now benefiting from it, that’s a credit to his vision,”
— Kash Patel, former Trump official

Conservative media outlets echoed similar sentiments, noting that Trump’s deregulation efforts and tax policies may have had “lingering benefits” on the economy.

Experts Warn Against Oversimplification

Political historians caution that over-personalizing policy outcomes can distort public understanding and diminish the role of collective governance.

“No single leader governs in a vacuum. Claiming credit for everything feeds dangerous narratives,”
— Dr. Lila Torres, professor of political science, Georgetown University

They also note that such messaging often resonates with core supporters, even if it lacks nuance or factual basis.

Conclusion: A Strategy That Divides and Energizes

Whether Donald Trump’s claims are seen as political marketing or misleading opportunism, they remain a central part of his brand. The parallels with Modi suggest a global trend in strongman politics, where image often competes with institutions.

As the U.S. inches closer to the 2024 election, the battle over who deserves credit for national success is likely to intensify—both in rhetoric and in reality.

Sources:

Brookings Institution: U.S. Economic Outlook, May 2025
Truth Social Post by Donald Trump, May 15, 2025
White House Press Briefing Transcript, May 17, 2025
Observer Research Foundation (ORF), India
Georgetown University Center for Political Studies
CNBC – “Trump Claims Victory on Inflation, Economists Disagree” (May 2025)

By Khadija Khan

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Trump’s Habit of Claiming Credit Draws Global Parallels with Modi’s Political Style

ByKhadija Khan

Headline:

Recent Claims Stir Debate

Global Parallels: Modi’s Political Style

Supporters Defend the Strategy

Experts Warn Against Oversimplification

Conclusion: A Strategy That Divides and Energizes

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By Khadija Khan

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