The Whole World is Watching, Trump Edition - emptywheel
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The article discusses the controversial executive orders signed, highlighting plans to exploit Alaska's resources while withdrawing support for sustainable energy like offshore wind farms. It emphasizes the conflicting priorities of the new administration, focusing on an 'America First' foreign policy that prioritizes national interests. There is also a critique of the implications for environmental protection and international relations, as global intelligence communities watch closely to discern genuine policy shifts from mere rhetoric, indicating significant geopolitical ramifications.
There are some real doozies among the executive orders that were signed yesterday. As Marcy noted, the pardons were certainly among them.
From this day forward, the foreign policy of the United States shall champion core American interests and always put America and American citizens first.
Around the world, the heads of intelligence services of friends and foes alike were no doubt watching as well, to see what was just campaign rhetoric.
The Executive Office of the President requires qualified and trusted personnel to execute its mandate on behalf of the President.
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