That disconnect is particularly evident when looking at public opinion. While Trump regularly presents his presidency as a story of momentum and widespread approval, large segments of the American public appear far less convinced. Since his return to office last January for a second term, he has moved quickly to exert executive power and push through sweeping changes, reinforcing both his appeal among loyal supporters and the concerns of his critics.
Trump maintains that his leadership has helped prevent new global conflicts, positioning himself as a stabilizing force on the world stage. Yet some of his recent actions have struck observers as increasingly aggressive or imperial in tone, including rhetoric surrounding the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and renewed talk of annexing Greenland, a territory governed by NATO ally Denmark. These moves, combined with ongoing unrest in several U.S. states, have fueled debate about the direction of his foreign and domestic policies. Continue reading…
