How Trump Flexes Power in White House Meetings With Zelensky and Others

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 7 min read 100% complete by Luke BroadwaterJanuary 20, 2026 at 11:02 AM

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During his first year back in office, President Trump used the Oval Office as a stage for meetings with over 40 international leaders. These meetings, often televised, involved displays of power, threats, and shifts in U.S. foreign policy. Trump, who has a background in television, treated these exchanges as spectacle, influencing decisions on wars, sanctions, and human rights. Foreign leaders often offered gifts and flattery to appease him. Despite campaigning on an "America First" platform, Trump's second term has been marked by a focus on international affairs, bringing global leaders to Washington on his terms. According to a professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, Trump's approach reflects his background in television and his populist leadership style.

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