Clayton Yeutter had different roles in Bush’s presidency: secretary of agriculture, Republican National Committee (RNC) chair, and counsel to the president

An administration in chaos. An undisciplined president. A bloodthirsty press. A surfeit of leaks. Spring 1993 looked a lot like spring 2017.

Most presidents, and the professionals throughout the government, seek stability and predictability in foreign affairs. President Trump succeeded, however, though disruption and the violation of longstanding norms. What are the inherent risks in this clash of opposites, both to the administration and the security of the nation?

The White House has usually found it necessary not to be too explicit in criticizing the Fed for increases in interest rates. Since it appears inevitable in the years ahead that there will be substantial interest rate hikes, close observers are no doubt wondering whether President Donald Trump will suffer in silence—or at least in private—as his predecessors usually have.

It is important to recognize that NAFTA itself contains no authorization for the three parties to renegotiate. President Trump, President Nieto, or Prime Minister Trudeau could each announce their intention to withdraw from NAFTA and then exit six months later. But President Trump cannot simply alter the agreement.