American interests

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, American interests has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Morning Wire (Jan 2026). Used to justify withdrawal from international organizations as being misaligned with U.S. priorities.

National interest refers to a sovereign state's set of objectives and priorities which it seeks to achieve to ensure survival, security, prosperity and influence in the international system. While often framed in terms of power, security and economic well-being, the concept is inherently contested: different theoretical traditions in international relations define national interest differently, and governments may interpret it in ways that reflect domestic political interests or changing social