

Does Trump's Tough Guy Persona Really Work in World Affairs?
Sep 20, 2024
Kori Schake, an expert on international relations from AEI, dives into Trump's unconventional foreign policy strategies, especially his 'madman theory.' She discusses the recent shift among GOP leaders opposing Trump's potential second term and the geopolitical implications of rising tensions in the Middle East. Additionally, they analyze modern military tactics employed by Israel against Hezbollah and the need for increased U.S. defense spending to navigate current global conflicts and isolationist trends.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Unraveling the Madman Theory in Foreign Policy
01:36 • 4min
Opposition to Trump's Second Term: Influential Voices Emerge
05:27 • 2min
Navigating U.S. Foreign Policy Turbulence
07:35 • 13min
Defense Spending and Escalating Tensions in the Middle East
20:25 • 5min
Modern Warfare and Military Tactics
25:19 • 12min
Strategic Debates and Political Narratives in Israel and the U.S.
37:02 • 3min
Trump, Rhetoric, and Political Violence
40:09 • 15min