Tag: trump

  • Next NSA: Political Leader, Cyber Expert

    Next NSA: Political Leader, Cyber Expert

    Abstract As of May 5, 2025, President Trump has replaced Michael Waltz as National Security Advisor—nominating him as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations—and installed Secretary of State Marco Rubio as acting NSA. This high‑level personnel shift underscores the administration’s need for an NSA who is first a seasoned political strategist in national security and also deeply fluent…

  • Viral Vectors: Hacktivism, Memes, and the Shifting Landscape of US Electoral Influence

    Viral Vectors: Hacktivism, Memes, and the Shifting Landscape of US Electoral Influence

    Abstract: The American political landscape since 2016 has been significantly shaped by the convergence of hacktivism and the proliferation of politically charged internet memes. This article examines how these digital phenomena have influenced US election cycles and their aftermaths, starting with Donald Trump’s first presidential campaign up to the present day (April 2025). It analyzes…