Biden Works to Protect Legacy Policies Ahead of Transition

As rebel forces advance across northern Syria, they pose significant challenges to Bashar al-Assad's regime, while also impacting neighboring countries and Western leaders. Turkey, under President Erdoğan, seeks to secure its border and manage refugee returns, yet its support for rebel groups, particularly Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), raises concerns about stability in the region. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden is preparing to leave office, reflecting on his accomplishments and the implications of his policies, particularly in clean energy and domestic manufacturing, which Donald Trump aims to protect as he returns to power. Trump's administration plans to scrutinize government contracts and maintain key policies, while Biden's team is working to ensure that ongoing projects benefit from substantial funding before the transition. The dichotomy of U.S. foreign policy in Syria and internal political dynamics underscores the complexity of the current geopolitical landscape.