Alternate Shots with Richard Haass and John Ellis Episode Four
Sep 25, 2025
In this episode, Richard and John dive into Trump's unconventional speech at the UN, highlighting the global reactions. They analyze the shifting stance on Ukraine and explore the implications for U.S. foreign policy. The discussion turns to H-1B visas and how changes may affect talent competition, especially concerning China. They also assess the gloomy American electorate and Trump's ongoing influence within the GOP. On a lighter note, they touch on Daniel Jones' impressive performance with the Colts and expectations for the Ryder Cup.
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UN Speech Deepened Allied Discomfort
- Richard Haass found President Trump's UN speech unusually confrontational and personally revealing to many listeners.
- He said the speech widened doubts about U.S. reliability and made allies uncomfortable.
Rhetoric Over Real Change On Ukraine
- Haass saw the president's comments on Ukraine as more rhetorical than a real policy shift.
- He noted prior flip-flops and questioned where the actual U.S. support or 'beef' was.
European Recognition Reflects Frustration
- Several European governments recognized a Palestinian state out of frustration with Israel and U.S. inaction.
- Haass warned this move is unlikely to be constructive and may harden Israeli views.