The Mona Charen Show Crooks, Crackpots, Extremists, and Putinists
Mar 24, 2025
David Frum, Senior Editor at The Atlantic and political commentator, joins to dissect Trump's controversial stance on tariffs and their negative impact on America. He dives into the fraught U.S.-Canada relations stemming from Trump's economic nationalism and critiques NATO's current challenges. Frum also explores the implications of ongoing foreign policy shifts and the various legal quandaries facing political figures today, emphasizing the tenuous link between democracy and leadership integrity.
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Trump and Putin's Relationship
- Trump's consistent favorability towards Putin suggests a deeper connection than mere deception.
- If Putin were always playing Trump, some mistakes would benefit the US.
Trump-Putin Phone Call Analysis
- The post-call status quo remained unchanged, achieving no ceasefire.
- The call might have aimed to create grounds for cutting off US arms to Ukraine.
Trump's Cold War Mindset
- Trump seems to operate with a Cold War mindset, envisioning spheres of influence.
- He believes accommodation with Russia is possible due to his fear of nuclear weapons.