The Trump administration has redirected significant US taxpayer funds to conservative thinktanks in Europe, despite claims of prioritizing domestic issues. Reports indicate that $12 million is being allocated to organizations in the UK, including a group co-founded by Jacob Rees-Mogg, aimed at promoting a shared civilizational agenda between the US and the UK.
Critics argue this funding undermines the 'America First' narrative, as it supports foreign political influences while domestic communities face neglect. The implications of these grants raise concerns about the growing internationalization of rightwing ideologies and their impact on US foreign policy.
Watch for potential backlash as domestic issues remain unaddressed while taxpayer funds support foreign thinktanks. The growing influence of rightwing ideologies in Europe could reshape US foreign policy and provoke further scrutiny from both political opponents and the public.