Bulwark Takes Trump Screws Taiwan for a Deal with Xi
Jul 29, 2025
The discussion dives into the Trump administration's controversial move to deny Taiwan's president a New York stopover, seen as a concession to China. This sets the stage for a broader analysis of Trump's inconsistent policies that weaken U.S. alliances in Asia. The hosts highlight concerns about the implications for Taiwan's military support and the reliability of American foreign policy. Delving into the complexities of U.S.-China relations, they argue that Trump's pursuit of a significant deal with Xi undermines credibility and stokes regional instability.
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Trump's Taiwan Stopover Denied
- The Trump administration denied Taiwan's president a stopover in New York, viewed as capitulating to China's demand.
- This move signals a softer U.S. stance on China, undermining Taiwan and worrying U.S. allies in Asia.
Unstable US Taiwan Policy Concerns Allies
- Trump's inconsistent policy on Taiwan signals unreliability to allies like Japan and South Korea.
- This instability could prompt these allies to consider nuclear armament for their own security.
Trump Policies Strengthen China
- Trump’s pursuit of a deal with Xi has led to strategic concessions benefiting China across multiple fronts.
- Drops in green energy, aid cuts, trade war instability, and intelligence weakening have increased China’s geopolitical power.