Trump’s plan to undermine foreign policy

Donald Trump made a statement suggesting he would negotiate peace between Russia and Ukraine before taking office, which would violate the Logan Act. This law prohibits private citizens, including presidents-elect, from interfering in foreign policy. The act has not been enforced in recent history, leading to speculation about its implications for Trump's actions. His comments have raised concerns about his fitness for the presidency, especially given the historical context of political interference in foreign policy, such as Richard Nixon's actions during the Vietnam War. Nixon's interference is cited as a precedent that resulted in significant consequences, including the prolongation of the Vietnam conflict. If Trump were to act on his statements, it could undermine U.S. foreign policy and embolden adversaries like Russia. The legal ramifications of such actions could lead to investigations and further scrutiny of Trump's conduct as a candidate and potential president.