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Upcoming Events

Global Economy Roundtable Series with Kim Ruhl

In-Person EVENT
Global Economy Roundtable Series

Kim Ruhl and Brent Neiman discuss the Trump administration's economic policies in this edition of the Global Economy Roundtable Series.

photograph of white house lawn
Julia Demaree Nikhinson / AP
Jan
27

10 Conflicts to Watch: A Conversation with Comfort Ero

Hybrid EVENT

Comfort Ero and Leslie Vinjamuri discuss the conflicts most likely to shape 2026.

A destroyed tank is seen by the side of the road south of Humera, in an area of western Tigray
Ben Curtis / AP
Feb
5

Past Events

Global Disinformation in a Post-Moderation World: Symposium Opening Plenary

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Ellen McCarthy, Suzanne Nossel, James Warren, and Leslie Vinjamuri discuss misinformation in this partner event with Northwestern University and the Kyiv-Mohyla Foundation of America.

Leslie Vinjamuri, James Warren, Ellen McCarthy, and Suzanne Nossel on the Council stage.
Ana Miyares Photography

The Future of Alliances in a Changing World

PAST EVENT VIDEO
America at 250

Leslie Vinjamuri speaks with Ambassador Julianne Smith about how US alliances are navigating new pressures and what this means for the future of global partnerships.

Julianne Smith on the Council Stage
Ana Miyares Photography

Commentary

How the World Is Reading US Power

Podcast
Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

From Venezuela to Greenland, the US has dominated global headlines one year into Trump’s second term. But what comes next, and how is the world reacting? Join Emma Ashford and Ryan Hass as we discuss these topics among others.

Greenland Protest
Evgeniy Maloletka / AP
US Foreign Policy

Trump's Fixation on Greenland Is 'Insane'

In the News
The Chicago Report
Cécile Shea

Senior Nonresident Fellow Cécile Shea joins Paris Schutz on "The Chicago Report" to discuss President Trump's efforts to take over Greenland.

Cécile Shea speaking over Zoom on "The Chicago Report." US Foreign Policy

Research

Americans Oppose Using Military Force to Take Greenland

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Majorities also oppose using US troops to overthrow governments in Cuba or Colombia, occupy Venezuela, and gain access to the natural resources of other countries.

Houses covered by snow are seen on the coast of Greenland Public Opinion

Americans Prioritize Using US Troops Defensively

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The public supports deploying US troops to defend allies, particularly in Europe, but most oppose using them for territorial expansion.

A flag bearer holds the American flag as American forces march down a road
Jane Hahn / AP
Defense and Security

Experts

Paul Poast 

Senior Nonresident Fellow, Foreign Policy and Public Opinion
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