The News Agents Which country will Trump strike next?
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Jan 5, 2026 Donald Trump's comments about foreign intervention spark major discussions. He signals interest in Colombia, Cuba, and even Greenland, hinting at a shift in U.S. foreign policy. The capture of Maduro raises questions about Trump’s new approach to regime change. Experts explore the implications of intertwining U.S. economic interests with military action, and the risks of upsetting NATO dynamics. Europe's response to this hard-power strategy is also debated, as the international order appears poised for a significant transformation.
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Intervention As Mercantilist Power
- Donald Trump frames interventions as mercantilist power moves rather than democratic promotion.
- Emily Maitlis argues he seeks direct control of resources and client regimes for US benefit.
Might-As-Right Geopolitical Logic
- Trump justifies intervention as 'America First' by seizing strategic resources and influence.
- Hosts note this departs from past rhetoric and treats might as the primary legitimacy.
Floridian Influence On Policy
- Florida politics and figures like Marco Rubio are central drivers of current Latin America policy.
- Hosts highlight regional influence shaping interventionist choices and personnel stakes.