We won't be interviewed by US committees, but a UK panel. They despise him. And to be quite honest, his agenda stands against everything the Fulbright promotes, so don't fear. Be honest! You don't have to lie! I have been practicing my statements with my friends and my professors in my department. Especially Trump questions. We should just be prepared for it!
Tip for UK semi finalists! Just talked to one of the Fulbright finalists from this year. When you interview be prepared to respond to questions about Trump.
Also, don't worry to much about the State department or challenging right wing extremism.
Just be yourself and stay true to the work you want to research. Don't pander.
Best of luck to you all.
I feel like most notifications are given out this late, so that people aren't able to call them. At least that is how my school deals with big notifications like this. To give you the night to digest the information.