The Rest Is Politics: US 105. How Putin is Playing Trump
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Aug 14, 2025 The podcast dives into Trump's motives in his relationship with Putin and the potential outcomes of their Alaska summit. It questions whether Trump is being influenced by European leaders and Ukraine's Zelensky while scrutinizing his past ties to Russia. The discussion humorously critiques the notion of Trump as a political savior amidst chaos, and highlights the absurdity of local militarization strategies. Moreover, it emphasizes the significance of women in Trump's circle and reflects on the manipulation of historical narratives in American politics.
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Putin Controls The Agenda
- Vladimir Putin enters the Alaska summit with clarity and strategy while Trump’s objectives are unclear.
- Putin will try to win Trump back using economic and business incentives that appeal to Trump.
Business Motives Behind The Meeting
- Anthony Scaramucci argues Trump seeks to relax sanctions and revive business ties with Russia.
- He believes Trump’s interest in Russian commercial deals indicates a deeper ongoing connectivity.
Economics May Trump Territory Talks
- European intelligence sees the summit as about broader US–Russia relations and economics, not just Ukraine.
- Economic access to Russia's oil and gas and infrastructure investment are likely core topics.
