"The Rise of America's 'Legion of Doom'"

The United States is facing an emerging coalition of countries, including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, that are taking actions contrary to U.S. interests. While the U.S. has valid grounds for sanctions and containment against each country, lumping them together creates complications and overlooks the potential benefits of exploiting fissures between them. The paradox for American policymakers is that China is simultaneously the biggest threat and the country ripest for positive outreach. Repairing the Sino-American relationship offers the most promise, but it may be the least likely option for both President Joe Biden and his Republican opponents.