Chinese Whispers What would a second Trump presidency bring for China?
Aug 19, 2024
Cindy Yu, an assistant editor focused on China, joins Freddy Gray, deputy editor of The Spectator, and Jordan McGillis, an expert on U.S.-China relations. They dive into Trump's hawkish stance on China and the potential motivations behind it. The discussion reveals how Trump's advisor choices could shape his foreign policy in a second term. They also analyze implications for Taiwan amidst fluctuating U.S.-China dynamics and critique Trump's shifting attitude towards TikTok as he seeks to connect with younger voters.
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Trump's Advisor Management
- Trump's China policy in his first term involved a mix of advisors.
- He played neoconservatives like John Bolton against "America First" figures, enjoying the competition.
Three Camps on China
- Trump's potential China advisors fall into three camps: freedom fighters, disentanglers, and conservative realists.
- While all are tough on China, they have different motivations.
Generational Divide in GOP Foreign Policy
- Republicans are split by age regarding foreign policy.
- The older generation's views are shaped by the Cold War, while younger members focus on the Middle East failures.