In this intriguing discussion, Dan Drezner, a political economy expert from Tufts, Leslie Vinjamuri, president of the Chicago Council, and Asia analyst James Crabtree dive into the tumultuous geopolitical landscape of 2025. They explore Trump's contradictory policies—from his tariff wars to efforts for peace in the Middle East and Ukraine, and shifts in US-China and US-India relations. Public opinion on tariffs, the impact of AI investment, and looming challenges for the 2026 midterms add layers to their analysis of a chaotic year.