The inauguration of President Donald J. Trump on January 20, 2025, marked the beginning of a new era in politics. Since then, the world has been immersed in a relentless stream of announcements, sudden developments, and policy shifts. Beyond the headlines and the controversy, there is a need for a clear-eyed view of what is already one of the most transformational administrations in American history.
Trump 2.5: A Primer charts the context, characters, and consequences you need to know to navigate the evolving landscape. Rahim demonstrates that amid the uncertainty, the Trump administration has a coherent worldview driving the current moment. Drawing on two decades of engagement with American and global policymakers, he presents a comprehensive playbook in an accessible format.
Equipped with this informed perspective, individuals and institutions can more effectively respond to the Trump 2.5 era and shape the road ahead.
Strategist, investor, and writer Taufiq Rahim focuses on the intersection of geopolitics and technology in a changing world. He began his career in Washington, DC, and is currently building platforms within the 2040 nexus.
Over the last two decades and across five continents, Rahim has driven investment, convened conversations, and forged partnerships to address critical issues such as economic growth, political transition, and global poverty. He is often cited by the Financial Times, Washington Post, New York Times, Bloomberg, CNN, CNBC, Al Jazeera, Arab News, and more. He is the author of Middle East in Crisis & Conflict: A Primer and Trump 2.5: A Primer.
Rahim is originally from Vancouver, Canada, and resides in New York. When not writing, he finds himself equally at home in the sweltering sands of the desert or the fresh powder on the mountain.
In an effort to learn more about Trump’s presidency, I bought this book and it exceeded my expectations! I found the writing to be informative and engaging. I read it over the course of two days because I found myself very interested in the events that lead to Trump’s second term in office. A great read for intellectuals wishing to learn more about Trump.
This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the current political landscape including the key players, philosophy underpinnings, and likely policy trajectories. If you're looking to break past the noise and truly understand current trends, this is the book for you.