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Trump’s Cabinet dramatically changed American foreign policy while the president made noise – a scholar of presidential rhetoric explains

The first half of 2026 has been a chaotic time for U.S. foreign policy: new tariffs, threats to annex Greenland, the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and the struggle for control of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Conversation

A California mayor pleaded guilty to acting as an agent for China. Foreign policy experts aren’t surprised

Eileen Wang, 58, worked with China to promote Beijing’s interests and could face up to 10 years in federal prison

The Guardian - US

Donald Trump: Making China great again

Technically, the US is still the dominant global superpower. After last week, it sure doesn't feel that way

Salon

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Nuclear Subs in Europe, Ridicule in Beijing: Inside Donald Trump's Chaotic Week of Foreign Policy

A US nuclear submarine's presence in Gibraltar has prompted UK risk warnings amid escalating tensions over Donald Trump's Iran strategy, while in Beijing Chinese social media is mocking him as 'Trump the Country Builder.'

International Business Times UK

MAGA Civil War Erupts: Gorka Declares Tucker Carlson And Nick Fuentes Are No Longer Part Of The Movement

Sebastian Gorka questions Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes' conservative credentials, sparking debate within the MAGA movement over ideological boundaries and foreign policy differences

International Business Times UK

Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America

President Donald Trump announced on May 1, 2026, that the United States will withdraw 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany – personnel who had been deployed there as a response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

The Conversation

The US has lost the reputation war — to Russia and China

A new global survey reveals a significant drop in America's international image under President Trump, now trailing behind Russia and China. Concerns over his foreign policy, tariffs, and military actions have unsettled allies and created global unease. This decline marks the second consecutive year of falling perceptions for the US.

The Times of India

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Putin is in a ‘weaker position than ever before’, says EU’s Kallas – as it happened

The bloc’s foreign policy chief said recent remarks from the Russian leader suggested the war may be coming to an end

The Guardian - UK

Trump Turned to China for Hormuz Help After NATO Allies Flatly Refused to Get Involved

The US seeks China's help to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after NATO allies refuse involvement, highlighting contradictions in Trump's foreign policy amid ongoing trade tensions with Beijing.

International Business Times UK

Armenia tests Moscow’s patience with Zelenskyy visit and EU leaders’ summit

One month before the highly anticipated parliamentary elections, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan set out the country’s foreign policy trajectory with striking clarity, hosting European leaders, the NATO secretary general, and even Ukraine’s president.

Euronews

Scoop: Dems' foreign policy group prepping for 2028

It aims to help potential presidential candidates and address party divisions.

Axios

Donald Trump Confuses Ukraine for Iran in 'Military Gaffe' as 'Budget Spray Tan', Skin Lump Spark Health Panic

President Trump's appearance and a foreign policy mix-up overshadowed his retirement savings announcement, sparking online debate and scrutiny during an Oval Office event.

International Business Times UK

$4 Gas Question Sparks Tense Exchange As Trump Cuts Off Reporter With Iran Nuclear Warning

President Trump redirected a question on rising petrol prices to emphasize the threat of Iran obtaining nuclear weapons, linking economic concerns to foreign policy priorities.

International Business Times UK

Trump aide Josh Gruenbaum dropped from Ukraine, Iran roles: Here's why he was sidelined

Josh Gruenbaum, formerly an adviser to Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff on Russia-Ukraine and Iran policy, will now exclusively focus on Gaza Strip issues through the independent Board of Peace. This shift follows internal concerns about his working style, reducing his responsibilities from key foreign policy matters.

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The Conversation

The US has long used economic coercion to achieve foreign policy goals — the war in Iran shows how that power has declined

Two months after the United States, along with Israel, launched a war against Iran, that conflict appears far from a lasting resolution.

The Independent UK

Democrats hold a huge edge over Republicans in polling ahead of the midterms

Generic ballot advantage grows to double digits as Trump’s ratings on economy, immigration and foreign policy crater

International Business Times UK

Donald Trump Plots to Embarrass King Charles as 'Payback' for UK Foreign Policy Stance: Report

Donald Trump is reportedly planning to confront King Charles over the Falkland Islands during his visit to Washington, potentially straining UK-US relations.

Reason

How the Media Failed American Foreign Policy

America is a global empire that needs information about itself in order to function.

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The Mary Sue

Arizona senator is pushing to drag Jared Kushner under oath for running US foreign policy like a personal business venture

Jared Kushner could soon be forced to testify under oath about his role in shaping U.S. foreign policy while allegedly using those same connections to line his own pockets. Arizona Rep. Yassamin Ansari took to the House floor to demand accountability, calling Kushner’s actions during the Trump administration “the largest…

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Arizona congresswoman is coming for Jared Kushner and wants him under oath for selling out American foreign policy

The line between service and self-interest gets tested.

The Guardian - US

Diplomatic duties for Tim Cook after stepping down as Apple CEO

John Ternus ascends the throne – but Cook will stay on to manage tech giant’s foreign policy as executive chair

Roll Call

Congress may again curtail ‘America First’ funding request for State

The Trump administration is reviving its effort to secure billions of dollars in State Department funding in a wide-ranging account with few guardrails that was met with resistance from Democrats last year, who accused the administration of setting up a foreign policy slush fund. This week, appropriators will give an…

The Times of India

Trumpiana: Old MacDonald had a form. A-I-A-I-O

Donald Trump's recent AI-generated images, including one mistaken for Jesus, sparked controversy. He clashed with Pope Leo over foreign policy and war, while also promoting diet soda for cancer prevention. Amidst concerns about his fitness for office and promises of mass pardons, Trump's actions continue to draw global attention.

Latin Times

Archbishop of Canterbury "Stands in Solidarity" With Pope Leo XIV, Calls for Peace Amid Dispute With Trump

In recent days, Leo has intensified his calls for peace and his criticism of the United States, which has drawn anger from Donald Trump, who called the pope "weak on crime" and "terrible for foreign policy."

Latin Times

Foreign Policy Experts Give Kushner and Witkoff 'An F in Diplomacy' as Iran Talks Face Scrutiny

Scrutiny has intensified with major sticking points unresolved, including the duration of limits on uranium enrichment and the handling of existing stockpiles

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