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Is Donald Trump the Biggest National Security Threat in US History?
The President is as dangerous as he is unpredictable
The result of the upcoming November presidential election is widely anticipated across the country. As Donald Trump vies for a second term, his actions and words, along with emerging news stories about his shortcomings not only make him unfit for office but also suggest he could possibly be the biggest national security risk in American history.
As more and more details come out, it’s abundantly clear that Trump is a veritable powder keg of uncertainty and risk. As the leader to the most powerful nation in the world, he is privy to national secrets and a treasure trove of information that could do irreparable damage if it ever fell into the wrong hands or was manipulated for personal gain. Regardless of how you might feel about the country’s 45th President, there is little in the way of plausibly denying the deep concern of the risk he presents.
One of Trump’s greatest vulnerabilities is his precarious financial standing. Forbes.com recently reported that he owes more than $1 billion in unpaid debt. These loans are spread out over more than a dozen of his holdings and include foreign lenders. Although he may reportedly have more than $2.5 billion in assets, it’s unclear how liquid he is. In…
