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Amb. Michael McFaul: China, Russia, U.S. and the New Global Disorder

Season 2025 Episode 8021 | 18m 20s

As President Trump tours Asia, the world is watching as Washington confronts a power shift. The world's autocracies are forming alliances and strengthening their influence — without American involvement. Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul joins the show to discuss his latest book, which explores a changing international order.

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