Trump's NSC Purge Weakens US National Security | JQJO

President Trump has dramatically downsized the National Security Council (NSC), firing numerous officials and placing others on leave. This "liquidation," as one source described it, follows the recent firing of the national security advisor and leaves the NSC with a significantly reduced staff. While some view this as eliminating officials opposed to Trump's agenda, critics worry about the impact on policy coordination and the US government's ability to formulate foreign policy. The move has eliminated entire teams, particularly those focused on Asia and technology, raising concerns about the potential weakening of US national security capabilities.