Daniel Davis Deep Dive Col Doug Macgregor: TRUMP in the GRIP of GLOBALISTS
Oct 21, 2025
Col Doug Macgregor, a retired U.S. Army colonel and defense analyst, dives into critical topics surrounding U.S. foreign policy and the Ukraine conflict. He argues that Trump isn't a free agent in forming foreign policy, facing opposition from Washington. Macgregor explores why Russia sees Ukraine as a vital issue and critiques NATO's disjointed command structure. He emphasizes the need for a real European security settlement and cautions against intervention in Venezuela, advocating for focusing on domestic issues over foreign adventures.
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European Elites Need The War
- European leaders push war to preserve their power and avoid accountability.
- Their aims often conflict with U.S. national interests and prolong the conflict.
Trump Is Constrained By Washington
- Trump isn't a free agent because Washington's deep security bureaucracy resists fundamental policy shifts.
- A theatrical summit may occur, but lasting strategic change lacks domestic political support.
Stop At The Battle Line First
- Stop the war immediately at the current battle line to simplify negotiations, Trump suggested.
- Use the existing contact line as the starting point and negotiate details later.