The “spheres of influence” frame doesn’t fit. Trump isn’t carving up the world with rival powers, each staying in their lane. Washington just sent Taiwan its largest-ever arms package, and the ...

It also made clear that the United States will exert its influence in its own neighborhood, the Western Hemisphere. Recent U.S. action in Venezuela further illustrated that intention. Six Council of ...

WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES - JANUARY 3: US President Donald Trump watches Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's capture unfold in Washington, United States on January 3, 2026. Director of the Central ...

President Trump’s recent actions and statements suggest he might want an arrangement where the United States, China and Russia each dominate their sphere of influence. By Edward Wong Edward Wong ...