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Trump's Foreign Policy Risks Eroding U.S. Global Power

3/5/2025

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Former ambassador Winston Lord warns that President Trump’s foreign policy could diminish U.S. global influence. His tariffs on European goods and support for Russia may pave the way for a world order that favors China. Allies are increasingly anxious about America's reliability, fearing a dangerous shift towards appeasing China or escalating nuclear ambitions.

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Former ambassador Winston Lord warns that President Trump’s foreign policy could diminish U.S. global influence. His tariffs on European goods and support for Russia may pave the way for a world order that favors China. Allies are increasingly anxious about America's reliability, fearing a dangerous shift towards appeasing China or escalating nuclear ambitions.