Applebaum details the White House's dual-track coalition strategy
2 Nov 1 8:16 AM · 7d ago · 2 posts · 1 source · development 2 of 3
In a follow-up social post, Applebaum explains the essay's core claim: Washington promotes European rearmament publicly while simultaneously backing politicians who oppose defense cooperation, aiming to reshape coalitions rather than just influence policy.
“The White House wants not just to influence European politics, but to reshape coalitions. So while ostensibly promoting European rearmament and European defense cooperation, they also promote politicians who oppose rearmament or defense cooperation.”
Anne ApplebaumAnne Applebaum Atlantic staff writer, essay authorDonald Trump / White House Subject of the essayKimberly Guilfoyle Named in essay in connection with alleged meddlingAfD (Alternative for Germany) German far-right party
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The White House wants not just to influence European politics, but to reshape coalitions. So while ostensibly promoting European rearmament and European defense cooperation, they also promote politicians who oppose rearmament or defense cooperation.
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