Navigating Trump's Cabinet: Foreign Policy and National Security

This chapter explores the political landscape following the election of Donald Trump, focusing on significant cabinet appointments that influence national security and foreign policy, especially towards China and Israel. The implications of these appointments, alongside debates among Republican factions and the nomination of key officials like Mike Huckabee and Marco Rubio, reflect ongoing tensions within the party. Challenges in maintaining a nonpolitical military and differing foreign policy perspectives on Ukraine and NATO further complicate the dynamics as new lawmakers prepare to take office.