Yuri Vanetik discussed how Trump's first presidential term will differ from his current one.

Donald Trump in 2017 and Donald Trump in 2025 – what are the key differences between the 45th and 47th presidents of the USA?

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Trump’s initial victory in the elections was unforeseen. Some did not take him seriously. Trump was unprepared, and his campaign lacked the foundational characteristics of a well-thought-out, traditional, deep political campaign. Much of it was personal: family friends; those who simply wanted change; those who liked him.

Trump appeals to ordinary people, not very educated, who enjoy relatable motivators. Some even referred to him as a "white trash millionaire." This term is used for individuals who are not very educated but have amassed wealth, often dreaming of becoming rich. For them, Trump was a kind of caricatured ideal. Educated, serious individuals, professionals, and specialists often viewed him with skepticism, frequently turning up their noses at his behavior. Trump made statements that were not delicate but rather crude, often strange, and without much filter. He is quite a character.

His first administration consisted of Republicans. However, he effectively took the Republican Party hostage. Not intentionally, but that’s how it turned out. As a result, he was not accepted by those who identified as "Never Trump." These were educated individuals, politically savvy conservatives who rejected him. But since he was also difficult for Democrats to accept, some Republicans, particularly neoconservatives, resigned themselves to the situation and realized they had to live with what was available.

The second part of Trump’s team is MAGA. These are the individuals who decided they liked him. Therefore, his first administration was generally conservative and Republican, aside from his antics and eccentric behavior.

Regarding Trump’s character, he is a narcissist, an egocentric, not very educated, but very strong-willed. He is undoubtedly an American patriot. Although he focuses on himself, he genuinely wants to be remembered positively.

He is an uneducated person in the classical sense, despite having obtained a degree from an elite university, where he could get in thanks to his father. Building and running businesses in New York, even with a wealthy father, is challenging. But he managed. Therefore, he is a fighter. His administration was essentially decent. Economically, it operated correctly. It wasn’t perfect, but certainly above average.

Then he left after losing the presidential election. At that time in the USA, it was a battle for Trump, defending against constant attacks from those who wanted to punish him. But this only elevated him. Democrats hated Trump for his comments and statements. Throughout the time between his presidential terms, Trump was under attack: he was sued, shot at, assaulted, and so on. Yet, strangely enough, this only strengthened his support base.

What can we expect now? Trump’s team has become more professional. He surrounded himself not only with loyal people but also with very experienced advisors. I believe he will try to improve the system, possibly shake it up. Even if the system temporarily worsens, over time it will adapt and only get better. There is a lot of stagnation in American bureaucracy, and the system definitely needs change.

Trump will likely seek revenge on his enemies, but that won’t occupy all his time. His team, including individuals like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, will assist Trump in promoting changes. I anticipate an increase in American influence in conflict resolution, including in Europe (the war in Ukraine).

Trump acts straightforwardly, sometimes naively. His "childlike" approach can disarm situations and allows for quicker resolutions. Trump is a strong-willed individual with good advisors. Therefore, I believe we will soon see many decisions that will significantly boost the American spirit and the influence of the USA in the world.