President Donald Trump has invoked historical foreign policy doctrines to justify recent actions, including the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, attempts to acquire Greenland, and threats against Iran. Trump stated at a recent news conference that the capture of Maduro was due to actions that constituted a "gross violation of the core principles of American foreign policy dating back more than two centuries to the Monroe Doctrine."

The Monroe Doctrine, articulated in 1823 by President James Monroe, cautioned European powers against further colonization or intervention in the Americas. Trump has claimed that the doctrine has been surpassed, referring to it as the "'Donroe Doctrine.'"

These actions and justifications have drawn comparisons to President Theodore Roosevelt's "big stick" diplomacy, a policy that prioritized diplomatic solutions but also emphasized the potential use of military force. Roosevelt's approach, encapsulated in the phrase "speak softly and carry a big stick," aimed to project American power while initially pursuing peaceful negotiations.

Critics argue that Trump's approach represents an aggressive interpretation of these historical doctrines, potentially destabilizing international relations. Supporters, however, contend that it is a necessary assertion of American interests in a changing global landscape. The implications of these policies remain a subject of ongoing debate and scrutiny.