Trump could pursue bolder foreign policy moves after midterm defeat: Analyst

Democrats captured majorities in both the Senate and House on Nov 3, scoring sweeping victories that reached deep into Republican strongholds as tens of millions of voters delivered a scathing rebuke to United States President Donald Trump. However, analysts caution that Trump remains a powerful figure despite the setback. James Crabtree, a distinguished visiting fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations, tells CNA’s Asia Now that the election results are unlikely to significantly constrain Trump's foreign policy agenda. He warns that the president could pursue more dramatic moves overseas, including renewed military action against Iran, “to wrest control of the narrative”. Read more: https://cna.asia/3X3rhYq