THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Angry Trump Shocked to Discover Putin Has Humiliated Him: “Bullshit!”
Jul 10, 2025
In this discussion, Mona Charen, policy editor at The Bulwark, unpacks Donald Trump's rising frustration with Vladimir Putin amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Charen reveals how Putin has effectively played Trump, leading to a humiliating realization for him that his promises for swift resolutions mean little. They explore the complex ties between Trump and Putin, the GOP's split stance on Russia, and the political ramifications for U.S. foreign policy as Trump grapples with his own image in the wake of this international fallout.
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Trump's Shock at Putin's Intentions
- Trump is frustrated and shocked that Putin is serious about continuing the war in Ukraine.
- He expected an easy peace deal but now sees Putin as dismissive and uncooperative.
Trump’s Ego Drives His Ukraine Views
- Trump's anger at Putin stems from losing the chance for a peace deal that would boost his image.
- He is indifferent to Ukraine's suffering, focusing on personal ego and a Nobel Peace Prize.
Putin Idolized by Some Right Wing
- A segment of the right wing idolizes Putin as a defender of Christian and traditional values.
- This image is carefully cultivated by Putin despite being largely false and appeals to certain Trump supporters.