The NPR Politics Podcast

Navigating Trump's Foreign Policy

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Feb 12, 2025
Michele Kelemen, NPR's State Department correspondent, dives into Donald Trump's transformative 'America First' foreign policy. She discusses the shift to a more transactional approach, utilizing tariffs over traditional diplomacy. Kelemen highlights the challenges of misinformation affecting U.S. credibility and the complexities officials face in managing international relations. The conversation also touches on the perception of American foreign policy across different administrations, revealing the strains between domestic priorities and international commitments.
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Shifting Global Dynamics

  • The post-Cold War and post-World War II international institutions are being challenged.
  • Right-wing, populist governments are changing the global landscape.
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Trump's Disregard for International Systems

  • Trump has never believed in the international rules-based system, often criticizing institutions like NATO and the Paris Climate Accords.
  • Now surrounded by loyalists, he's more emboldened to pursue his vision.
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Interventionist "America First"

  • Trump's "America First" approach now includes an interventionist streak, including desires to control various territories.
  • This expansionist vision seems at odds with his previous emphasis on non-interventionism.
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