NBC Meet the Press August 24 — Vice Pres. JD Vance, Sergey Lavrov and Sen. Adam Schiff
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Aug 24, 2025 
Vice President JD Vance discusses emerging peace talks in Ukraine, emphasizing the complexities of U.S.-Russia relations. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov defends military strategies against claims of civilian casualties, shedding light on his country's perspective. Democratic Senator Adam Schiff analyzes how domestic political issues intertwine with international diplomacy. The conversation reveals the significant tension surrounding negotiations and the implications for future peace, punctuated by debates over national identity and political strategy.
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Law Over Politics Claim
- JD Vance says the Bolton raid is an ongoing investigation to be guided by law, not politics.
- He pledges deliberate DOJ action and prosecution only if laws were broken.
Concessions And Energetic Diplomacy
- JD Vance argues Russia has shown flexibility and made concessions in talks with the U.S. and Ukraine.
- He frames vigorous diplomacy as the best path to stop the killing and find middle ground.
Stopping War Over Outrage
- Vance acknowledges Russia struck an American factory but stresses stopping the war is paramount.
- He credits President Trump with applying more economic pressure than prior administration.