Republicans have been imploring Donald Trump to redirect his attention towards domestic politics during his presidency, as the party’s approval ratings have taken a nosedive amid soaring prices, escalating inflation, and challenging economic conditions.
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However, Trump appears to be more preoccupied with the pursuit of a Nobel Peace Prize, dedicating much of the initial year of his second term to international affairs.
This trend persists into the 2025 holiday week. On Sunday, Trump convened a meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, yet another attempt to pressure Ukraine into conceding to Russia’s demands for surrender. The following day, he is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, allegedly to discuss the next steps towards peace in Gaza. However, the first phase of this initiative has crumbled, as Israel continues its military actions against Palestinians.
It’s not atypical for presidents in a lame-duck phase, like Trump, to shift their focus overseas. As domestic influence wanes, many seek to cement a legacy through foreign policy initiatives.
What is particularly striking is the unusual phenomenon of a president becoming less popular on the global stage as they immerse themselves in international matters—this is precisely what seems to be unfolding with Trump.
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