Sat Jan 03 06:30:00 UTC 2026: News Article:
Trump’s “America First” Takes a Backseat as Foreign Interventions Surge
Over the past few weeks, former President Donald Trump has seemingly abandoned his “America First” policy, engaging in a series of foreign interventions that have raised concerns about escalating global tensions.
Recent actions include a U.S. bombing of a dock in Venezuela, strikes against ISIS militants in Nigeria, and a threat of military intervention in Iran to support anti-government protesters. Trump’s threat to Iran, posted on Truth Social, warned of U.S. intervention if the country violently suppresses protests.
Critics argue that Trump’s actions, while seemingly disconnected, represent a pattern of aggressive interventions around the world. While some strikes can be justified as furthering American security interests, others, such as the bombing in Nigeria, are less clear in their strategic value. The drone strike on a Venezuelan port facility has also been criticized as a potential “slow roll to war” for imperialistic purposes.
These recent actions, coupled with Trump’s pledge to support potential Israeli strikes on Iran, have led many to believe that his “America First” rhetoric has taken a backseat to a more interventionist approach. His recent activities have sparked concern and questions about the future of U.S. foreign policy under a possible Trump presidency.
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