How Will Trump Balance His Conflicts of Interests?

The transcript discusses the potential impact of Trump's business interests on his foreign policy decisions, highlighting conflicts of interest. It examines his stance on trade agreements, particularly with China and Germany, and the challenges he faces in delivering on his domestic agenda. The discussion also touches on the possibility of Trump seeking external enemies to boost his approval ratings, drawing parallels with leaders like Putin. Finally, it explores national security concerns and the potential for bold foreign policy gestures by the Trump administration.

Discuss the implications of a politician needing an external enemy to boost domestic approval ratings.

What role does national security play in shaping a politician's foreign policy, especially in the context of their campaign promises?