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Summary: US research firm: 'US political revolution' is biggest risk of 2026 NHK

- Eurasia Group identifies a "US political revolution" led by Donald Trump as the biggest risk of 2026.
- The report warns Trump aims to dismantle checks on his power and weaponize government institutions.
- Trump's "Donroe Doctrine," involving a more assertive foreign policy, is the third-ranked risk, potentially leading to policy overreach.

A: Hey, did you see that article? It’s kind of crazy!

B: No, what’s up? What article?

A: This report from a research group called Eurasia Group. They’re saying Trump’s actions are the biggest risk for this year.

B: Seriously? A revolution? What does that even mean?

A: Apparently, he’s trying to get rid of things that limit his power. Like, checks and balances, you know?

B: Wow. So he wants *more* control? That sounds… intense.

A: Exactly! They say he wants to control the government and use it against people he doesn’t like. The expert who leads the group thinks it will fail eventually, but it’ll still cause a lot of damage.

B: That's a scary thought. What else did the report say?

A: Oh, they also mentioned something called the "Donroe Doctrine." It’s a new foreign policy idea from Trump.

B: Donroe? Like…Donald?

A: Yeah, it's like a play on words with the Monroe Doctrine. Basically, he wants America to be the most powerful in the Americas.

B: So, kind of bossing around South America?

A: Pretty much! They’re worried he'll push too hard with military actions and pressure on countries. It could cause unexpected problems.

B: That doesn't sound good. It seems like a really uncertain year, huh?

A: Totally! The report called 2026 a "tipping point." Big changes are coming, that’s for sure.
Summary
Eurasia Group warns Trump's potential return poses a "US political revolution" risk in 2026, involving dismantling checks & balances and a new assertive foreign policy ("Donroe Doctrine"). Potential for policy overreach & instability. #Trump #USPolitics #ForeignPolicy
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260106_04/#summary

Date: Jan. 6, 2026

Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-06

Created: 2026/01/06 17:40

Updated: 2026/01/07 09:01

Last Read: 2026/01/07 09:01

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