The DSR Network Best of the Daily Blast: Angry Trump Shocked to Discover Putin Has Humiliated Him: “Bullshit!”
Aug 11, 2025
Mona Charen, policy editor at The Bulwark and writer on the Trumpified GOP's ties to Putin, sheds light on Trump's growing frustration with the Russian leader. She delves into how Putin has manipulated Trump, illustrating the complexities of their relationship. The conversation also reveals the internal struggles within the Republican Party regarding its allegiance to Trump amidst foreign policy dilemmas. Charen speculates on possible future scenarios as Trump grapples with feelings of humiliation and betrayal in the face of escalating tensions.
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Confused Munitions Pause
- Trump paused arms shipments to Ukraine, then reversed and claimed he didn't know who ordered the halt.
- Mona Charen treats this as unsurprising evidence of chaos in his administration.
GOP Defer To Trump On Russia
- Mona Charen argues most Republicans will follow Trump's lead rather than challenge him on Russia.
- She notes some senators privately support tougher measures but will stay silent without Trump's blessing.
Anger Rooted In Ego, Not Morality
- Donald Trump publicly complained that "we get a lot of bullshit thrown at us by Putin."
- Mona Charen and Greg Sargent say Trump's anger is mainly wounded pride and status.