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Trump Appoints RABID War Hawks To Cabinet!

2024/11/15
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Keaton Weiss和Russell Dabular讨论了特朗普政府中一系列鹰派人物的任命,包括迈克·沃尔兹(国家安全顾问)、伊丽莎白·斯蒂芬尼克(联合国大使)和马可·卢比奥(国务卿)。他们认为这些任命与特朗普竞选期间的反战言论相矛盾,并可能导致与中国、伊朗和拉丁美洲的冲突升级。他们还分析了这些任命对特朗普支持者和美国外交政策的影响。 他们详细分析了马可·卢比奥的鹰派立场,指出他在中国、伊朗和拉丁美洲问题上的强硬态度,以及他与鲍勃·梅嫩德斯合作,推动允许更多委内瑞拉移民进入美国,以破坏委内瑞拉经济并推翻其政府。他们认为,卢比奥的鹰派立场可能加剧美墨边境危机,并违背了特朗普竞选期间的承诺。 他们还讨论了图西·加巴德被任命为国家情报总监,认为这是特朗普政府中为数不多的非鹰派任命,并分析了这一任命对特朗普支持者和美国情报机构的影响。他们还讨论了皮特·赫格塞思被任命为国防部长,以及他对乌克兰战争和以色列的立场。他们批评赫格塞思对以色列的盲目支持,以及他对乌克兰战争的鹰派立场。 最后,他们总结了特朗普政府的鹰派任命,认为这些任命是对他竞选承诺的背叛,并可能导致美国外交政策的重大转变。他们还讨论了特朗普支持者对这些任命的反应,以及他们可能采取的行动。

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Why did Trump appoint war hawks like Mike Waltz and Elise Stefanik to key positions in his cabinet?

Trump's appointments of Mike Waltz and Elise Stefanik reflect a shift towards a more hawkish foreign policy, aligning with the neoconservative agenda rather than the anti-interventionist stance that some of his supporters expected.

What is the significance of Marco Rubio being appointed as Secretary of State?

Marco Rubio's appointment as Secretary of State signifies a continuation of aggressive foreign policy, particularly against China and Iran, and indicates a potential return to neoconservative strategies that were prevalent before Trump's first term.

How does Pete Hegseth's appointment as Secretary of Defense align with Trump's 'America First' policy?

Pete Hegseth's appointment as Secretary of Defense, given his hawkish views on Ukraine and Israel, contradicts the 'America First' policy by prioritizing aggressive foreign interventions and alliances with foreign powers over domestic concerns.

What role does Tulsi Gabbard's appointment as Director of National Intelligence play in Trump's administration?

Tulsi Gabbard's appointment as Director of National Intelligence provides a counterbalance to the hawkish appointments, potentially signaling a more nuanced approach to foreign policy, though her own shift towards more establishment views complicates her role as a true anti-interventionist voice.

How do Trump's cabinet appointments reflect his relationship with key donors like Miriam Adelson?

Trump's cabinet appointments, particularly those of hawkish figures like Marco Rubio and Elise Stefanik, suggest a strong alignment with donors like Miriam Adelson, who have a vested interest in maintaining aggressive foreign policies, particularly in support of Israel.

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Die-hard MAGAs who were hoping Donald Trump would demonstrate his anti-war bona fides through his cabinet selections have come in for a rude awakening. Key positions have gone to devoted war hawks Mike Waltz and Elise Stefanik, as well as Trump’s intention to install notoriously bellicose neocon Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State.   TJDS guest hosts Russell Dobular and Keaton Weiss discuss the push and pull already emerging in Trump world between warmongers and the anti-interventionist voters who helped put Trump in office.   Plus segments on other key appointments, including Fox News host Pete Hegseth to head the Defense Department and Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence.   Also featuring Mike MacRae. And a phone call from Joe Biden!