All articles tagged with #isolationism
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Foreign Affairs
The article argues that Donald Trump's foreign policy is not truly isolationist but rather an assertive internationalist focused on maximizing American power, similar to historical U.S. presidents, and emphasizes that American assertiveness on the global stage has been a consistent theme throughout history.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
Mitch McConnell, the longtime GOP leader, has vowed to spend the remainder of his time in the US Senate combating isolationist tendencies within his own Republican party, particularly in relation to support for Ukraine. McConnell, who has led Republicans in the Senate for 17 years, emphasized the need to counter the surge of isolationism within the party, which has been influenced by figures like Donald Trump. He also expressed concerns about the current state of the Democratic incumbent, Joe Biden, and his own plans to step down and focus on transitioning his role to the next majority leader.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Isolationist sentiments, once thought to be a thing of the past, have resurfaced in the U.S., with Vice President Kamala Harris addressing concerns about turning inward and former President Donald Trump's comments on NATO. The debate over U.S. involvement in global affairs has gained traction, with discussions on military aid to Ukraine and the role of the U.S. in international conflicts. The resurgence of isolationism reflects a historical pattern of skepticism towards international commitments and alliances, with implications for America's global engagement.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
A former advisor in the Trump administration warns that America's adversaries, including Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea, are forming a more cohesive coalition, posing potential challenges to Trump's isolationist foreign policy stance ahead of a potential second term. Trump has recently reiterated his belief that the US should pull back from global affairs and focus on domestic issues, while also demanding NATO allies to increase defense spending. This comes at a time of increasing coordination between US adversaries, with Trump's campaign spokesman blaming Biden for the situation and advocating for Trump's return to the White House.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin denounced calls for American isolationism and emphasized the need for sustained U.S. leadership to maintain global safety, freedom, and prosperity. He urged Congress to end partisan gridlock that has hindered the federal budget and war spending. Austin defended U.S. support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas and Ukraine in its battle against Russia's invasion. He warned that the world would become more dangerous if aggressors believed they could act without consequences. Austin's remarks appeared to be directed at conservative lawmakers who oppose overseas military spending and support former President Donald Trump's "America First" ideology. He also highlighted the importance of passing the budget and supplemental funding for the wars. Additionally, Austin criticized Congress for failing to confirm over 400 military officers, which has raised concerns about readiness and national security.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin denounced calls for American isolationism and emphasized the need for sustained U.S. leadership to maintain global security and prosperity. He urged Congress to end partisan gridlock and pass the federal budget and war spending. Austin defended U.S. support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas and Ukraine in its battle against Russia's invasion. He warned that the world would become more dangerous if aggressors believed they could act without consequences. Austin also highlighted the importance of passing supplemental funding for the wars and criticized the Senate's failure to confirm military nominations, which threatens readiness and national security.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized Donald Trump and other Republicans for their isolationist stance, blaming it for the recent Hamas attack on Israel. Pence's comments marked a break in their previously aligned approach to Israel and highlighted a growing divide within the Republican Party on the role of the United States in global security. Pence also faulted President Joe Biden for projecting weakness on the world stage. While most Republican candidates expressed support for Israel and criticized the Biden administration, Pence and other underdog candidates have called out factions on the right advocating for a pullback in American involvement in overseas conflicts.