The Warning with Steve Schmidt Donald Trump Gets STEAMROLLED By Putin
Aug 18, 2025
A deep dive into the unsettling dynamics between Trump and Putin reveals an unsettling pattern of appeasement. The discussion connects historical lessons from World War II to today’s global authoritarian challenges. The dangers of propaganda in shaping perceptions of conflict are starkly illustrated through Zelensky's Washington visit. The rise of authoritarianism at home mirrors international trends, raising alarms about civil liberties and the necessity for dissent to uphold American values.
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Anchorage As Modern Munich
- Steve Schmidt argues Trump's Anchorage meeting with Putin equals appeasement comparable to Munich.
- He warns history will view it as betrayal of freedom and U.S. principles.
Propaganda Victory For Putin
- Schmidt calls the optics of Trump next to Putin a propaganda victory for Russia.
- He asserts those images undermine any claim Trump is 'pursuing peace.'
Reality Show As Political Propaganda
- Schmidt warns propaganda dulls critical thinking and assaults public consciousness.
- He compares Trump's staged reality show to fascist theatricality meant to mimic strength.