The Trump administration released its National Security Strategy, which has been criticized for using rhetoric often associated with white nationalists. The document warns that U.S.-allied European nations face “civilizational erasure” due to policies that undermine political liberty and national identity. It claims that Europe could be unrecognizable in 20 years unless it regains its “civilizational self-confidence.” Critics, including Jon Henley from the Guardian and Scott Horton from Harper’s, noted that the document echoes the racist “great replacement” conspiracy theory and appears to align with far-right nationalist parties in Europe. Max Berger pointed out the document’s explicit call for ending mass migration as a top national security priority, which he sees as promoting white supremacy. Notably, the emphasis on “competence and merit” is seen as ironic given the administration’s track record. Additionally, the strategy suggests a shift in U.S. policy towards actively supporting far-right parties in Europe, with implications for destabilizing the region.
Trump’s National Security Strategy: A Shocking Embrace of White Nationalism
By xpectafight
