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MITSURO SATO What TRUMP did in 1 month
Summary (Theoretical and Gradual Approach)
① President Trump’s Initial Moves
- Dismissed 97% of CIA employees
- Released classified information, which was welcomed by Russia and China
- The reduction in CIA influence changed the global information control structure
- Withdrawal from international organizations and policy changes
- Withdrew from WHO, considering withdrawal from UN agencies
- Banned the extension of TikTok
- Imposed a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum
- Announced a policy stating "gender is only male and female"
② USAID and the Structure of Global Control
- USAID's annual budget: about $40 billion (approximately 7 trillion yen)
- Flow of funds:
- Media (control of news reporting)
- Support for overseas regime changes (Color Revolutions, Ukraine regime change)
- Support for Hollywood celebrities’ activities (e.g., Angelina Jolie’s visit to Ukraine)
③ Deep State Influence
- Japanese politics is also influenced by the CIA
- After WWII, Japanese politicians (e.g., Nobusuke Kishi) were placed according to American interests
- With the decline of CIA influence, there may be changes in Japan's information control
④ Changes in Economic and Trade Policies
- Trump demanded repayment of "aid money" from Ukraine
- As Ukraine could not repay, it proposed paying with "rare earths" (natural resources)
- Ukraine's resources came under US control
- America’s trade strategy:
- High-quality Japanese rice flowed to the US, while poor-quality US food flowed into Japan
- A movement similar to the past "beef and orange liberalization"
⑤ Globalism and National Control
- Methods of national control:
- Military invasion (Russia’s approach)
- Economic control (America’s approach: control through loans)
- Japan has also been influenced by "economic control" in the past:
- The Meiji Restoration and post-war policies were part of this
⑥ Future Developments
- Changes in the world due to Trump’s actions:
- Reforms within the US (healthcare policy, food regulations)
- Impact on the global economy (strengthened tariffs, use of other countries' resources)
- Media changes (relaxation of information control)
- Effects on Japan:
- Changes in food and economy (quality of imported food, trade balance)
- Changes in the political structure (increased policy independence due to reduced CIA influence)
⑦ Conclusion
- Trump’s actions are dismantling the existing global control systems
- This is altering the balance of global politics, economics, and information control
- Japan will also be greatly impacted, making it essential to watch future developments
✅ Future Countermeasures
- Consider food self-sufficiency (rice production, food selection)
- Carefully evaluate the truthfulness of media information
- Pay attention to changes in the economy and trade, and take self-defense measures
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What is true, and what is false?
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Summary (Organized Theoretically and Step-by-Step)
1. What is USAID (United States Agency for International Development)?
- Established in 1961 as the US foreign aid agency.
- Provides food, education, and healthcare support in poverty-stricken and conflict regions around the world.
- Employs over 10,000 staff and operates in more than 60 locations globally.
- The 2023 budget is approximately ¥6 trillion, accounting for about 60% of the US's total foreign aid spending.
2. The Shutdown of USAID and Its Impact
- President Trump’s Decision:
- On February 11, 2024, Trump signed an executive order to lay off government employees.
- Ordered the shutdown of USAID’s operations and the repatriation of overseas staff.
- Suspended foreign spending for 90 days (except humanitarian aid programs).
- Impact:
- Global aid projects were abruptly halted, causing confusion.
- Concerns arose, especially regarding humanitarian aid programs like HIV assistance and hunger relief.
- On the other hand, it helps alleviate the financial burden on the US government.
3. Background to USAID’s Closure
Government Spending Cuts:
- As part of efforts to reduce government spending, large-scale restructuring of agencies was pushed forward.
- This reform is compared to Argentina’s president reducing the number of ministries.
- Public dissatisfaction over US taxpayers’ money being used for foreign projects.
Political Factors:
- Trump criticized that "USAID funds were flowing to media outlets that leaned towards the Democratic Party."
- USAID’s aid might have been used to promote certain political values (e.g., LGBTQ support).
4. The Relationship Between USAID Funds and the Media
- Debate on Social Media:
- Allegations that USAID provided $268 million to over 6,000 journalists, possibly to suppress conservative media outlets.
- Relation with BBC:
- BBC’s pre-organization "BBC Media Action" received about ¥500 million annually from USAID.
- BBC clarified that "editorial independence is maintained."
- Relation Between NHK and TNI (The Trusted News Initiative):
- NHK belongs to TNI, an international organization focused on combating misinformation.
- There are suspicions on social media that TNI may have been involved in actual speech control.
- It is unclear whether NHK was aware of receiving funding from USAID.
5. Debate on Government Funding and the Media
Challenges in Media Management:
- With the rise of the internet, advertising revenue has decreased, making it harder for media outlets to operate independently.
- Many media outlets have come to depend on corporate or government funds.
Issues with Government Funding:
- Funding from the government may undermine the media’s independence.
- Support with political motives can distort the fairness of reporting.
6. Conclusion and Future Developments
US Position:
- The closure of USAID is part of the "America First" policy, with the main goal being to reduce financial burdens.
- However, regions affected by the shutdown may face humanitarian crises, requiring international response.
Impact on Media:
- The reliability and independence of media receiving government funding are now in question.
- Media in Japan and other countries need to reconsider their relationships with US foreign aid.
Future Debates:
- If USAID is abolished, which countries will take on the responsibility for global humanitarian aid?
- Verification of how USAID funds were actually used.
- The impact of USAID’s closure on the media environment and information transparency.
This issue requires ongoing discussion, especially concerning media independence and the effects of government funding.
It's hard to know what is true or false.
The present is more interesting than a film.
What is true?
What is speculation?
