The answer to all these questions about Trump is the same — and it's chilling
Progressive policy ambitions meet practical realities as Americans weigh costs and consequences.

Today, after almost a year of Donald Trump’s second regime, I want to talk about the challenge Trump and his regime pose to America’s moral purpose. The best way into the subject is, I think, to ask a few questions about what’s been happening, and then offer an answer to all of them.Questions:Why does Trump’s latest National Security Strategy, released this month, make no distinction between despotism and democracy?Why is Trump abandoning Europe and siding with Vladimir Putin over Ukraine?Why is Trump also solicitous of Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince MBS, Hungary’s Viktor Orbán, and Benjamin Netanyahu?
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The framing presented here falls into the trap of assuming motives without evidence, painting a complex political landscape in starkly black-and-white terms. This approach mischaracterizes Trump's foreign policy as simplistic allegiance to authoritarian figures while neglecting the nuanced strategic interests that drive these relationships. Instead of purely ideological concerns, there are robust national security and economic factors at play, signaling a move towards pragmatic diplomacy.
Further, the critique ignores the essential principle of rule of law. National security policies must prioritize the safety and interests of American citizens. This insistence on enforcing immigration laws is not about racial bias; it’s about maintaining order and fairness in a system that advocates for legal processes. The principle of accountability speaks loudly here: it is not unjust to expect adherence to laws that protect the fabric of society.
Ultimately, the real discussion revolves around the preservation of core American values in a world fraught with chaos. While it is essential to challenge our leaders, it is also crucial to acknowledge the complexities that come with safeguarding national interests without degenerating into divisive rhetoric.
Commentary written with AI assistance by the New Republican Times Editorial Board.

