Bulwark Takes Trump Bashes Allies, Defends Putin at G7 Summit
Jun 16, 2025
A discussion unfolds around Trump’s unexpected comments at the G7 Summit, where he defends Putin and shifts blame to Obama and Trudeau. The dynamics of international diplomacy take center stage, humorously contrasting Trump’s personal agenda with Canada’s PM. The conversation delves into the complexities of Russia’s past exclusion from the summit. Trump's transactional approach to foreign policy is scrutinized, raising questions about the future of alliances. The podcast dives into ideological conflicts and the impact on immigration enforcement as part of a larger political landscape.
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Trump Defends Putin at G7
- Donald Trump blamed Barack Obama and Justin Trudeau for excluding Russia from the G7 and thus causing the war with Ukraine.
- He bizarrely defended Putin and ignored the fact Russia was kicked out because of its aggression in Crimea in 2014.
G7 As Social Club
- Trump identifies with Putin and sees Russia's exclusion as a personal insult orchestrated by Trudeau and Obama.
- He treats the G7 like a social club, assigning it social capital rather than strategic importance.
Trump's Views Serve Russia
- Trump aligns with Russia's interests though not directly controlled by them, making his rhetoric serve Russia's goals.
- He vilifies half of America as enemies while praising Putin without similar criticism.