Donald Trump
605 Articles

More Territory, More Problems: Can Trump Seize Greenland?
An essay on the lessons for the Trump administration of territorial acquisition from the McKinley era and the dangers it would pose today.

Trump’s Gaza Plan is Absurd and an Affront to International Law
Beyond complicating the chances of a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, the idea undermines core principles of the international legal order and threatens U.S. interests.

The People of New York v. Mayor Adams: Will Manhattan DA Bragg Come to the Rescue Yet Again?
District Attorney Alvin Brag could potentially fill the void in accountability by bringing charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

Trump’s Endgame for the War in Ukraine
An exploration of how bargains between Trump and Putin may play out in negotiations to end Russia's war, and the consequences for the vital interests of Ukraine.

Supporting Freedom and a Foreign Aid Freeze are Incompatible — But Perhaps the Point? A Case Study
The Trump administration’s action undermines bipartisan efforts to support freedom fighters and enables corrupt autocrats.

Trump’s Ukraine Deal Requires Foreign Aid
As the administration crafts a plan to help Ukraine get Russia to the negotiating table, it must restore vital non-military assistance, too.

Q&A with Marietje Schaake on the Tech Coup and Trump
A Q&A with Marietje Schaake, author of The Tech Coup: How to Save Democracy from Silicon Valley, on Big Tech and threats to democracy.

The Dangerous Sweep of Trump’s Plan to Designate Cartels as Terrorist Organizations
Bringing foreign cartels under the umbrella of terrorism may seem appealing, but it is unnecessary and dangerous.

Can the President Dissolve USAID by Executive Order?
Dissolution of USAID or formal transfer of its functions provided by Congress would require legislation - the president may not unilaterally override a statute by executive order.

Understanding Trump’s Choice for FBI Leadership in Light of the“Weaponization of the Federal Government” Executive Order
An essay by former acting United States Attorney General.

Questions for Senators (and Journalists) to ask Director of National Intelligence Nominee Tulsi Gabbard
We asked leading experts what questions Senate Intelligence Committee members should ask Gabbard in her confirmation hearing.

‘Elections Have Consequences’: Trump and Rubio’s Foreign Aid Halt Will Hit the World’s Most Vulnerable
Reviews of programs in new administrations don't require such damaging, destructive, and likely unconstitutional freezes.