GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution The Great X Debate, with Matt Continetti: Vance v. Ferguson, Trump Diplomacy, DOGE, and Hackman
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Feb 28, 2025 Matt Continetti, Director of Domestic Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, dives into the chaotic world of Trump's foreign policy. He discusses how Trump's actions toward Ukraine may mix strategy with spontaneity, and analyzes the discord within his administration. The conversation touches on the economic implications of military spending versus social programs, as well as immigration incentives. To lighten the mood, the hosts also share opinions on England's rugby triumph and celebrate Gene Hackman's cinematic legacy.
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Trump's Foreign Policy Framework
- Trump's foreign policy is driven by zero-sum thinking and a belief that the post-war international order hurts the U.S.
- He also favors personalist diplomacy, prioritizing relationships with other leaders.
Trump's Ukraine Strategy and Internal Dissonance
- Trump's seemingly counterproductive remarks about Ukraine could be part of a larger negotiation strategy.
- His administration contains diverse foreign policy viewpoints, creating internal tensions.
Trump's Conflicting Foreign Policy Ideas
- Trump's "dissonance" in foreign policy stems from holding conflicting ideas simultaneously.
- He's vulnerable to manipulation by adversaries offering grand deals.