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Top US Foreign Relations Senator on Trump's New Playbook with Ukraine, EU

Feb 27, 2025
Jeanne Shaheen, a New Hampshire Senator and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, shares insights from her recent visit to Ukraine, recounting the resilience of its citizens amidst conflict. She discusses America’s reliability as an ally, the significance of foreign aid, and the implications of mineral rights deals with Ukraine. Shaheen also addresses challenges posed by authoritarian regimes and the necessity of supporting Ukraine in the face of ongoing war, alongside reflections on U.S. foreign policy during the Trump administration.
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  • Senator Shaheen warns that President Trump's rhetoric undermines the U.S. image as a reliable ally, emboldening adversaries like Putin.
  • Bipartisan support for Ukraine and NATO is essential to deter Russian aggression and assure Eastern European nations of U.S. commitments.

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Impact of U.S. Rhetoric on Ukraine

President Trump's harsh rhetoric regarding Ukraine and its leaders has significant implications for U.S. foreign relations and the ongoing conflict. Senator Shaheen emphasizes that President Zelenskyy, who was democratically elected, is being wrongly labeled as a dictator. Such statements from the U.S. leadership undermine the global perception of the United States as a reliable ally and might embolden adversaries, including Putin. Additionally, continued disinformation about the war can demoralize the Ukrainian efforts and disrupt U.S. support among European allies who feel uncertain about American commitments.

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