"The Silent Presence: Trump's Looming Shadow at Aspen Forum"

The possible return of Donald Trump to the Oval Office was a topic avoided by U.S. and foreign leaders at the Aspen Security Forum, a gathering of elites discussing various global challenges. Many refused to openly address what Trump's return could mean for the serious subjects discussed at the forum, while others switched to other topics or claimed not to do politics. Privately, concerns were expressed about a Trump return upending strategies and policies, particularly regarding Ukraine. Some attendees were already quietly speculating about potential Cabinet members in a new Trump administration.