Trump's Loyalist Reshaping of U.S. Foreign Policy Sparks Diplomatic Concerns

If Donald Trump were to win a second term, he would likely appoint loyalists to key positions in the Pentagon, State Department, and CIA, allowing him more freedom to enact isolationist policies and whims. This would enable him to make sweeping changes to U.S. foreign policy, including issues such as the Ukraine war and trade with China. Trump's first term was marked by clashes with officials who opposed his impulsive decisions, but having more loyalists in place would allow him to advance his priorities faster. Diplomats are concerned about the potential consequences of a second Trump term, including doubts about NATO defense commitments and fears of aid cuts to Ukraine.