I spent years working in Russia. (1993-1996).
I traveled in the nations of the former Soviet Union.
I did extensive research for former National Security Adviser Zbigniew Brzezinski, focusing especially on Ukraine
So I know what an attack on the rule of law looks like.
This whiteboard describes one example I watched up close, so you will recognize it as well. (And be sure you watch until the end).
WHITEBOARD: An Attack on the Rule of Law