As Trump enters his second term, there are going to be numerous challenges facing his administration. So, we're launching a series touching on several of these issues and what to expect from President Trump. Our first video in the series covers Ukraine and Russia.

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Today, we're looking at the countries that didn't quite make the first team, but still have something to offer as a strategic partner to the US. Let's break these places down.

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Trump just kicked around invading and coercing some allies. Oh boy....

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When I picture my ideal US alliance system, I focus on stable, secure, and economically complementary countries. Part one of this two-part series focuses on the "safe" bets.

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A lot of you have been worried about all of China's investments in Latin America. I get that it might sound a little scary, but you need to put these actions into the broader context of China's circumstances.

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That innate sense of independence that every Texan comes out of the womb with has also made its way into the energy sector. With an isolated grid managed by ERCOT, Texas has found itself in an energy pickle of its own.

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Picture this: you're driving down the PCH in a sports car with the top down, hair is blowing in the wind, and then the gas light comes on. You pull into the first gas station you see and a gallon of gas costs $14.99. Okay, maybe I'm exaggerating a little, but California is heading towards a massive energy crisis.

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American imperialism is not the same as European imperialism. The Europeans wanted power, prestige and economic gain, while the US was in it for security. So, what will this look like for the Americans moving forward?

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President Trump suggested that Europe should buy US oil and gas to address trade deficits and strengthen alliances. I have a few qualms with this.

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MNNO (aka Michael) is the Director of Analysis at Zeihan on Geopolitics. You heard Peter's take yesterday...and now you get a different perspective on Jimmy Carter's "legacy".

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