The NPR Politics Podcast Trump Drops Plan To Host G-7 Summit At His Miami Resort Following GOP Pushback
Oct 21, 2019
President Trump has decided against hosting the G-7 at his Miami resort due to GOP backlash. The discussion dives into potential ethical dilemmas of presidential business dealings, emphasizing fears of self-dealing. The irony of considering Camp David as a venue contrasts with past criticisms, revealing deep divides within the Republican Party. Additionally, political messaging surrounding foreign aid is unpacked, highlighting the challenges of maintaining unity amidst ongoing controversies and tensions.
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Trump Backtracks on G7 Venue
- Trump reversed his decision to host the G7 at his Doral golf club.
- This followed significant pushback, including from within the Republican party.
GOP Defense Undermined
- Republicans found it increasingly difficult to defend Trump's decision, given its blatant self-dealing.
- This made it harder for them to criticize Biden on similar grounds.
Multiple Fronts of Conflict
- Trump's actions, including the Doral decision and Syria withdrawal, create multiple fronts of conflict with his own party.
- This limits his room for error on other issues like impeachment or a potential economic downturn.