A series of discussions on foreign policy topics central to the 2020 United States presidential election. As a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, the Chicago Council on Global Affairs does not support or oppose any candidate for political office and is prohibited from any political fundraising.

New surveys find that Americans are willing to pay more for fuel in order to support Ukraine.

The United States and Germany are sending their best tanks to Ukraine. Here’s why that matters.

Kim Ghattas, Bobby Ghosh, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

As 2022 winds down, we're taking a look at the key issues our experts will be following into the new year.

policy following the Cold War, and Russia’s alleged interference in Western elections ... interference in the 2016 US presidential election—and the political agenda ... their relationship with Western nations following President Trump’s election

The Council brings research, analysis, and diverse perspectives to the issues driving voters and policy conversations, and considers what the 2026 US midterm elections could mean for US foreign policy and global affairs.

As Putin's reach extends beyond Russia, civil society groups grapple with a crackdown at home and threats from abroad.

Should Ukraine join NATO? On the heels of last week’s summit, our experts dig into the implications of expanding the alliance.

A survey of American foreign policy experts paints a portrait of a declining Russia, with its broad influence deteriorating as China’s influence rises.