Conversations with Bill Kristol Francis Fukuyama on Trump’s Bullying and Europe’s Response
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Jan 22, 2026 
In this engaging conversation, Francis Fukuyama, a renowned political scientist and author, sheds light on the troubling dynamics of U.S. foreign policy under Trump. He argues the U.S. now poses a threat to its allies, as seen in the Greenland controversy. Fukuyama critiques Europe’s appeasement and discusses the dangers of Trump’s autocratic tendencies, both domestically and internationally. He also examines the implications of American economic coercion and warns of rising defense needs in Europe amidst growing tensions with Russia and China.
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Use Economic Tools To Protect Key Industries
- To blunt Chinese competition, consider strong tariffs on strategic imports like EVs.
- Economic protection can preserve social stability and critical industries as the U.S. tried.
Ukraine Needs Long-Range Support Now
- Ukraine remains resilient but faces worsening shortages of weapons and power infrastructure.
- Without long-range support from allies, Ukraine's trend is grim and needs reversal.
Trump's Affinity For Strongmen Shapes Policy
- Trump prefers strongmen like Putin and has adopted narratives favorable to Russia.
- This preference effectively puts U.S. policy on Ukraine at odds with democratic allies.
