Webinar: US Foreign Policy Under Trump 2.0

As Donald Trump returns to the White House, the geopolitical chessboard is about to be dramatically reset. In a special series of webinars, Wikistrat CEO Oren Kesler is exploring the global implications of "America First 2.0".

The first webinar in the series, featuring Dr. Richard Weitz from the Hudson Institute, offers a high-level analysis of the foreign policy shifts we might expect under Trump's new administration.

From reshaping NATO relations to addressing the growing influence of AI and hypersonic technology in national security, this discussion dives into the doctrines, strategies, and uncertainties surrounding Trump's potential policies.

00:00 – Introduction by Oren Kesler: Overview of the Trump 2.0 webinar series

01:25 – Richard Weitz: High-level overview of the Trump Doctrine

02:50 – Disruption and loyalty: Trump's approach to key appointments

09:20 – Trump's restrained use of military power: Key strategies and examples

11:10 – Defense reforms: Streamlining bureaucracy and embracing innovation

14:16 – Diversity and cultural shifts in the military

29:11 – Russia-Ukraine policy: Potential shifts under Trump

34:39 – NATO relations: Focus on Eastern Europe and budgetary demands

37:21 – Iran policy: Maximum pressure and collaboration with Israel

40:33 – Host-nation agreements: Financial demands on allies

43:37 – AI in defense: The "AI Manhattan Project"

45:35 – Diplomatic Black Swan events: Surprising negotiation moves

50:00 – Space and hypersonics: Defense innovation priorities

52:41 – U.S. nuclear posture: Continuity or change under Trump?

58:48 – Closing thoughts: Stability vs. chaos under Trump 2.0