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The Consolidation of Trump's Power

What Really Matters with Walter Russell Mead

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Trump, Netanyahu, and Shifting Global Dynamics

This chapter analyzes the recent meeting between Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump, focusing on the implications for U.S.-Israeli relations and broader Middle Eastern stability. It explores how Trump's policies, especially regarding tariffs and nuclear negotiations, reflect a shift in global norms and power dynamics, drawing historic parallels to leaders like Caesar and Napoleon. The discussion also addresses the unpredictability of Trump's political survival amid scandals, revealing the complexities of his approach to leadership and foreign policy.

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