Political Week Review: Deployment of National Guard to Chicago, Fresh Employment Statistics, and Recent Department of War Developments

In the realm of international politics, the current stance of India, Russia, and China towards each other's influence is marked by a shared ambition to outline a new world order. This suggests cooperation rather than overt opposition, with India pursuing strategic autonomy, balancing its relations with both Russia and China, while Russia aims to re-establish itself as a global power in partnership with China, countering the West. However, the formation of a bond between these nations could be troubling for other nations.

Meanwhile, in domestic politics, President Trump has been making waves with his policy decisions. Last Friday, he signed an executive order to rebrand the Department of Defense as the Department of War, a move that could signal a more aggressive approach. Yet, the name change could be seen as a roadside distraction by many.

The deployment of the National Guard in Washington is currently in court, with President Trump indicating his intention to deploy the National Guard to cities like Chicago, but his policy decisions are subject to change. The federal court in California has previously ruled that President Trump exceeded his authority by intervening with troops in Los Angeles.

Economic policy has also been a focus, with the latest job figures showing a disappointing growth of only 22,000 jobs in August. President Trump has acknowledged the weak jobs report and stated that policy changes may be necessary to avoid a recession. He has also expressed concern about the economy, stating that it is doing great, but these job figures indicate otherwise.

In a social media post, President Trump commented on the relationship between India, Russia, and China, stating that they seem to have been lost to "deepest, darkest China." This post came after their leaders held high-profile talks with China's president. It's worth noting that the U.S. has been criticized for pushing India away with Trump's tariff policies.

On a different note, President Trump has taken a firm stance against illegal activities. He has stated that he won't hesitate to blast a boat in open waters if he thinks it's carrying dangerous narcotics from Venezuela. This week, a boat was indeed blasted in open waters by the U.S., allegedly carrying dangerous narcotics from Venezuela.

Lastly, it's anyone's guess where Trump stands from day to day with either President Putin or President Xi. NPR's Ron Elving, who grew up in Chicago and has knowledge of its crime history, suggests that we should keep a close eye on the unfolding events in the coming days and weeks before making any definitive conclusions.

Political Week Review: Deployment of National Guard to Chicago, Fresh Employment Statistics, and Recent Department of War Developments