Can Trump Effect Change in the Middle East with his Trip? w/Larry Johnson

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President Trump is visiting Qatar after a high-profile trip to Saudi Arabia, continuing a Middle East tour aimed at securing major economic deals. The panel discusses the transactional nature of Trump’s diplomacy—focusing on economic and political gains over consistent strategic or moral principles.

A major point of criticism is Trump's apparent distancing from Israel during this tour. Despite Israel's ongoing conflict in Gaza, Trump hasn't prioritized direct talks with them, instead meeting controversial figures like Al-Golani, the leader of a terrorist group with a history of violence. This has raised concerns about the U.S. losing moral credibility by engaging with such figures for short-term gains.

The panel also discusses Trump’s lifting of sanctions on Syria, possibly at the behest of Saudi Arabia, signaling a shift in regional alliances and interests. There's skepticism about whether Trump’s moves, like normalizing relations with Syria, will lead to lasting stability or simply serve superficial or self-serving goals.

In closing, the analysts note the inconsistency of U.S. foreign policy—claiming to oppose terrorism while supporting or engaging with violent actors when convenient—which they argue undermines America’s credibility on the world stage.

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