Why Europe No Longer Trusts the US w/ Anne Applebaum

Jan 7, 2026 | Anne Applebaum joins the show to break down the escalating unpredictability of U.S. foreign policy amid provocative moves involving Venezuela and Greenland. Applebaum discusses how actions such as the abduction of Nicolás Maduro and Trump’s revived interest in claiming Greenland reflect a chaotic, power-driven approach lacking strategic grounding, raising deep concern among European allies. She delves into how these developments fit within the broader MAGA worldview, marked by spheres-of-influence thinking and a disregard for democratic norms. The conversation explores Europe’s increasing frustration and the potential fallout for U.S.-Europe relations, NATO unity, and the global perception of America as a rational actor. Applebaum also reflects on the deeper motivations behind Trump’s moves—ranging from distraction and personal gain to ideological alignment with autocratic regimes.