From the Oligarch Kings…
Most Presidents use their second terms to lay down their legacy, establishing what they wish to be remembered for.
Trump, perhaps because in his first term he did not know how to control the political landscape, was rather diverted. He was too busy learning the political ropes unable to lay down the foundations for a legacy. Trump is also not an oligarch so failed to get help early on from the elite which stymied his ambitions. He however has learned how to swing the elite, he has maintained the desire to be president and now gained control and is moving at speed. He recognised he has just over three years left to leave “President Trump” as a mark. He is shaking things up something cruel, and he is moving on a number of fronts at speed.
Let’s examine some of these and see how serious he is being and how much is just being mischievous and making life interesting for people he doesn’t like.
Canada. Trump has given the impression that he wishes Canada to become America’s 51st state. Cue wailing and gnashing of teeth. There is no real possibility of this ever happening at least within Trump’s premiership. Nope, this is about irritating Trudeau and the Canadian left wing whilst seeking to reduce costs for aluminium. Its working well though if my FB feed is anything to go on.
However, Trump’s aggression is paying off as meetings are underway regarding oh, aluminium imports etc. No surprises there then.
Greenland. This one is far more interesting….
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