The Consolidation of Trump's Power
What Really Matters with Walter Russell Mead
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This chapter explores how Donald Trump's trade policies have adversely affected the Russian economy, leading to falling oil prices and a weakened ruble. It challenges the notion of Trump’s alignment with Putin, presenting his actions as self-serving and contributing to a realignment of global power, particularly with China strengthening ties to Russia.
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