Francis Fukuyama: 'Trump is the most disappointing thing that's happened' in decades

France 24Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 2:27:47 PM
Francis Fukuyama: 'Trump is the most disappointing thing that's happened' in decades
  • Francis Fukuyama, a prominent political scientist and author of 'The End of History and The Last Man', expressed his disappointment regarding the election of Donald Trump as U.S. President, labeling it as the most surprising and disappointing event in decades. Fukuyama criticized Trump for exhibiting authoritarian tendencies and for attempting to negotiate a controversial deal with Russia concerning Ukraine.
  • This statement from Fukuyama highlights concerns about the direction of U.S. leadership under Trump, suggesting a potential shift away from democratic norms and raising alarms about international relations, particularly with Russia and Ukraine.
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