President Donald Trump has discovered a new panacea for the problems of the world: American imperialism. His surprise proposition to take control of the ravaged Gaza Strip was just the latest signal that his new foreign policy doctrine revolves around expanding the US footprint across the globe.

As he took the oath of office, Trump outlined his bold vision for America’s future. "The golden age of America begins right now," he declared, vowing to restore economic dominance, revitalize manufacturing, and ensure energy independence. "Drill, baby, drill," became the battle cry of his administration’s renewed commitment to American industry.