If the value of the partnership is diminished from within, it will become increasingly difficult for the alliance to be sustained.

The primary challenge may be whether Trump and Lee can abandon “America First” and “Korea first” instincts to “Make the Alliance Great Again.”

Depending on how Lee leads, South Korea may be on the threshold of dramatic domestic and international policy changes.

The question is whether or not future leadership persists in efforts commensurate with Korea's international reputation and influence.

The Constitutional Court will decide on April 4, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. KST whether to uphold the Assembly’s decision.

It is now clear that the circumstances and context surrounding Trump 2.0 will be dramatically different from the first Trump administration.