The first days of a presidency can shape a nation’s future — In his captivating talk on April 4th, Dr. Hünemörder, a renowned scholar from Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) Munich, unpacked the whirlwind start of the newly elected U.S. administration and what might lie ahead. He analysed the first few days under President Donald Trump, examining key policy decisions and their immediate impact on both the domestic and international front as well as the broader political and social divisions shaping America. Dr. Hünemörder also provided an outlook on possible future developments, considering the potential implications of Trump's leadership for the U.S. and the rest of the world.

To make these complex topics more accessible, he incorporated humor through satirical clips from The Simpsons and Saturday Night Live, showing how comedy often mirrors societal and political challenges. Dr. Hünemörder’s talk was both informative and entertaining, leaving Year 11 and 12 students with a deeper understanding of America's political landscape in 2025.

M. Scherg