John Bolton: Don’t Mention the Norms

Author:
Richard Gowan

John Bolton’s ascension to the post of US National Security Advisor feels all too inevitable.

All soap operas need to refresh their cast now and again. Sometimes, it helps to bring in a well-established star to create a buzz and boost ratings.

President Donald Trump was never likely to get through his presidency without pulling off the dramatic coup of giving Bolton, one of Washington’s most recognisable figures, a big job.

 

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