Among the handful of American allies and partners that welcomed Donald Trump鈥檚 return to power, India was the most important. Nearly five months into his second term, some of Mr. Trump鈥檚 strongest Indian supporters wonder if they made a mistake.
India expected some rough sledding on trade but hoped to see that offset by progress on other issues. Many Indians liked what they saw as Mr. Trump鈥檚 pragmatic approach to Russia. They anticipated fewer lectures from Washington on topics like minority rights. They welcomed the Abraham Accords in Mr. Trump鈥檚 first term and applauded his efforts to build Arab-Israeli peace on a foundation of regional economic cooperation. They appreciated his frank embrace of Narendra Modi鈥檚 India as a world power whose importance transcended geography and looked forward to an era of deepening U.S.-India friendship.