By Henry J. Farrell and Abraham L. Newman

The authors are concerned because different groups in Trump's administration want different things:

• Some want to promote cryptocurrency

• Some are focused on Wall Street's interests

• Some want to protect national security

• Some are interested in AI and tech companies

This is different from the past, where both parties generally agreed on how to use America's economic power. The authors worry that Trump might make sudden decisions based on which group has his ear at the moment, rather than following long-term plans like previous presidents did.

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