Trump's bullying strategy crumbles as he abandons his brand (opens in new tab)

The piece contends that Trump, who built his political identity around nationalist principles—particularly his 2016 endorsement of Brexit—has lost sight of the power of national sovereignty and patriotism in other countries. During his first campaign, Trump positioned himself as "Mr. Brexit," championing the principle that nations ought to prioritize self-determination over international institutions.In his second term, however, Trump has repeatedly attempted to override other nations' sovere...