Trump returns: How foreign policy played unexpected role in 2024 election win
Former president secured victory with strong showing in swing states‚ while foreign-policy choices impacted key voter groups. Election results show significant shift in traditional voting patterns among specific communities
In a turn-of-events that shocked DC insiders Donald Trump secured his return to the White House winning both electoral college and popular vote. The ex-president gained solid margins in key battle-ground states showing voters preferred his approach over Kamala Harrisʼs
The election showed how foreign-policy (which usually dont impact voting) played a surprising role: Arab-American communities made their voices heard through protest votes. In Dearborn Michigan alone the Green Party got an eye-catching 18% of votes while Trump got 42% compared to Harrisʼs 36% (a huge drop from previous Democrat numbers)
Local results paint an interesting picture; Democratic Rep Rashida Tlaib kept her Dearborn district with 70% of votes — showing that voters made clear choices based on specific issues not party lines. The contrast between national and local results highlights how Harrisʼs foreign-policy choices affected different voter groups: young people Arab-Americans and peace-oriented voters seemed particularly un-happy with her stance
- Trade wars with Europe and China
- Changes in Ukraine policy
- Different approach to NATO
- New Middle East strategy
Looking forward experts think Trumps second term might be more organized than his first — the transition team seems well-prepared this time. The big question is whether hell follow traditional Republican foreign-policy or move towards a new nationalist-realist approach. Key appointments like rumored involvement of J.D. Vance could signal major shifts in Americas global position
The European allies are already preparing for possible changes: some think-tanks suggest Trump might push for what they call “hollow NATO“ while others expect him to demand higher defense spending from partners. Trade relations might get more complex too; the EU is getting ready for possible tariff fights
In the Middle-East Trumpʼs team hints at backing traditional allies against Iran — but finding the right balance between tough stance and avoiding conflict remains tricky. The administration will need to manage relations carefully to prevent any un-wanted escalation in the region
