The Playbook Podcast Trump takes UNGA
Sep 23, 2025
President Trump prepares for a pivotal address at the UN, tackling global crises like the war in Ukraine and the situation in Gaza. Expect insights into his meetings with Zelensky and Arab leaders, highlighting potential shifts in international relations. The hosts also explore domestic issues, including the implications of Trump's autism announcement and a look at Kamala Harris’s memoir. Get ready for a deep dive into the intersection of global and domestic policy!
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Trump Framing Of Global Institutions
- Donald Trump will use the UN speech to cast global institutions as having "decayed" and push a vision of renewed American strength.
- The address is likely to blend policy critiques with campaign-style rhetoric rather than dry diplomatic language.
Bilateral Meetings Could Outweigh The Speech
- The meeting schedule after the UN speech may matter more than the speech itself for diplomacy.
- Bilaterals, especially with Volodymyr Zelensky, could shape U.S.-Russia-Ukraine dynamics more than rhetoric in the hall.
Gaza Fallout Pressures U.S. Position
- The Gaza war and rising international recognition of Palestine put diplomatic pressure on both Israel and the U.S.
- Trump will need to address shifting global sentiment and how it affects U.S. alliances and MAGA voters.
