Trump’s Embrace of Autocrats: A Shift in U.S. Global Leadership
The Trump administration’s foreign policy has ignited a fierce debate about the future of democracy on the global stage. Critics argue that by systematically dismantling U.S. global leadership and actively embracing strongman leaders, the former president has not only retreated from the international arena but also sent a perilous signal to authoritarian regimes around the world. In what can be termed a decisive pivot, the Trump administration’s policies have altered the longstanding U.S. approach to global governance. Historically, the U.S. has positioned itself as a bastion of democracy, often advocating for human rights and accountability. However, under Trump, there was












