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Can an administration that up to this point has been belligerent towards traditional US democratic allies and has rejected many forms of multilateralism be able to turn the page and shift from "America First" to "American Led"?

For the first time, a majority of Republicans think the United States should stay out of world affairs.

Dina Smeltz and Craig Kafura discuss how the US can reassure its allies of its commitment and credibility.

Most Americans see military power and security alliances as an effective way to achieve foreign policy goals, but differences emerge about when to deploy troops.

With the global infection rate increasing for the first time since April, some countries are pumping the brakes on ambitious recovery plans.

A plurality of Americans—and a majority of Republicans—also say that US leaders are not paying enough attention to US-China competition.

The public supports US participation in the Paris climate agreement, the Iran nuclear deal, and more.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explores how recent polling finds that Americans have a more negative view on China than ever before.

With all eyes on Ukraine, it is unclear if a seventh North Korean nuclear test will really register with the American public.

As the United States and China compete for influence in the region, two experts weigh in on what Africans would like to see from each potential partner moving forward.