usurpation

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Domestically, opposition politicians chanted the traditional laments about executive usurpation and congressional war powers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

Opposition candidate González fled to Spain on Saturday after being accused of "serious crimes" including the "usurpation" of public duties, document falsification, instigation of disobedience and system sabotage.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2024

“This case centers on Mr. Woodward’s systematic usurpation, manipulation and exploitation of audio of President Trump gathered in connection with a series of interviews conducted by Mr. Woodward,” the lawsuit states.

From Washington Times • Jan. 30, 2023

Musk has expressed concern about Artificial Intelligence systems overtaking humans; in terms of intelligence, decision-making, and ultimately usurpation of political and economic power.

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2020

The prelates of the infected provinces, indignant at the usurpation of their rights, were less disposed than ever to second the efforts of the legates.

From A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume I by Lea, Henry Charles