The America First Policy Institute, a group aiming to lay the groundwork for a potential second Trump administration, has released a new policy book outlining a national security agenda focused on an “America First” approach. The book, shared with The Associated Press, emphasizes the need for a strategic approach to national security that prioritizes American interests.
The group, independent from Trump’s campaign, has been working on developing executive orders and a training program for future political appointees. The book’s editor, Fred Fleitz, and retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg, who served as Trump’s acting national security adviser, have been in contact with the former president to solicit feedback on the policies outlined in the book.
The book criticizes the current trajectory of U.S. national security, accusing the foreign policy establishment of embracing an interventionist and “globalist” approach. It offers suggestions on how a future Trump administration could handle foreign policy issues, such as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
The chapter on the Ukraine conflict proposes making future military aid contingent on Ukraine participating in peace talks with Russia. It also suggests that once a peace agreement is reached, the U.S. should continue to arm Ukraine as a deterrent to Russia.
Overall, the book advocates for a national security strategy that puts American interests first and addresses threats from countries like China. It proposes measures such as banning Chinese nationals from buying property near U.S. government buildings and implementing visa restrictions on Chinese students. The authors hope the book will serve as a guide for future administrations to adopt an “America First” approach to national security.