Evolution of the United States’ foreign policy from the end of World War II to the second Trump administration

Abstract

Since the end of World War II, the world has been governed by a stable international order under the hegemony of the United States. However, in recent years, there have been signs that we may be on the verge of a new stage, yet to be defined. The election of Donald Trump as President of the United States for a second time has revived this idea, but it has also signaled a reorientation of U.S. foreign policy, which could have consequences for the rest of the world, as it would open the door to a phase of instability and uncertainty with profound political and economic repercussions. This article aims to provide a historical assessment of U.S. hegemony, including the challenges it has been facing, as well as to analyze the potential impact of its new foreign policy under Donald Trump’s administration.