The Team House Rift Inside the Trump Administration on CHINA | EYES ON PODCAST
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Jan 7, 2025 
Mick Mulroy, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East, and Andy Milburn, author of "When the Tempest Gathers," delve into the rifts within the Trump administration regarding China. They discuss contrasting strategies toward Taiwan, weighing aggression against economic interests. Mulroy highlights the shifting dynamics of U.S. foreign policy, particularly concerning Iran’s nuclear ambitions, while Milburn offers insights on the critical role of strategic alliances in the Pacific. Their conversation unveils the complexities of navigating these geopolitical challenges.
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Rift on China Policy
- There's a debate in the incoming Trump administration on China strategy.
- Some are China hawks, others prioritize business interests, impacting Taiwan's defense.
Taiwan: A Potential Flashpoint
- Defending Taiwan could draw the US into a major war with China.
- Public support for such a conflict is uncertain, despite escalating tensions.
Taiwan Invasion Challenges
- The US cannot prevent a Taiwan invasion, only respond.
- Recapturing Taiwan would be a difficult military and political challenge.
