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Aug 11, 2025
Mona Charen, policy editor at The Bulwark, shares insights on President Trump's growing frustration with Vladimir Putin as he confronts the reality of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Charen explores how Putin has manipulated Trump, leading to Trump's humiliation. The discussion also delves into the implications of this dynamic for U.S. foreign policy and highlights the evolving divide within the Republican Party regarding loyalty to Trump and views on Putin. Charen provides a compelling look at the interplay between personal motivations and international relations.
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President Unaware Of Key Decisions
- Trump claims he doesn't know who ordered the munitions pause in his government.
- Mona Charen says Trump apparently does not know what goes on in his own administration.
GOP Will Follow Trump Without Pressure
- Mona Charen argues Republicans will not pressure Trump to act on Russia.
- She says GOP senators prefer gestures but won't move the ball without Trump’s approval.
Trump Seeks A Fig Leaf, Not Ukrainian Relief
- Mona Charen says Trump's fury is about not getting a fake ceasefire he can parade for a prize.
- She stresses Trump is indifferent to Ukrainian suffering and seeks personal glory instead.