Ukrainian President Zelenskiy and US President Biden discuss unity against Russia. The podcast explores the impact of Biden losing in 2024, Biden's support for Ukraine and the complicated relationship between the two leaders. It also delves into the Republican Party's stance on foreign policy, the potential consequences for Ukraine under different politicians, and a scandal involving Republican Congresswoman Lauren Bobitt.
Joe Biden has displayed an unprecedented commitment to Ukraine's defense and sovereignty, standing firm against Russian aggression.
The Republican party is experiencing a division over foreign policy, with a growing number of Republicans expressing lukewarm or opposing views on US support for Ukraine.
Deep dives
Biden's Commitment to Ukraine
Joe Biden has shown a strong commitment to defending Ukraine against Russian aggression, something that may not have happened under previous administrations. Despite the complexities and challenges in the relationship between Biden and Ukrainian President Zelensky, Biden has made a robust commitment to Ukraine's defense and sovereignty. He has stood in solidarity with Ukraine and has been unequivocal in his support against Russia's aggression. This level of commitment may not have been expected from other Democratic presidents, let alone former President Donald Trump, who had a more friendly disposition towards Russia.
Republican Views on Ukraine
The Republican party is experiencing a division over foreign policy, including how to approach the situation in Ukraine. The Trump-led faction represents a form of neo-isolationism and often adopts Kremlin talking points regarding Ukraine. This shift within the party has led to a growing number of Republicans being lukewarm or even opposed to the current level of US commitment to Ukraine. While it's unlikely that Trump or some of these figures would become the next president, the increasing support for these views within the Republican party makes Ukraine's future support uncertain if a Republican were to win the presidency.
European Concerns and Preparedness
There is trepidation and concern among European allies about the possibility of a second Trump presidency and what it would mean for US foreign policy and support for Ukraine. While Europe may be better prepared this time, with increased military spending and awareness of the threat posed by Russia, there are still questions about how to navigate the potential challenges of a Trump administration. Some worry that a shift in US foreign policy could lead to a different type of alliance, one that includes Russia, North Korea, and potentially even Iran. However, it is seen as unlikely that a radical transformation of US foreign policy would occur in such a short period of time.
Both Volodymyr Zelenskiy, the Ukrainian president, and Joe Biden, the US president, reiterated their calls for unity against Russia this week at the UN general assembly in New York. In Washington DC, however, Republicans and Democrats in the House hold very different views on the war – how to help, who to help, and which allies they should team up with to try and bring an end to it all. Jonathan Freedland speaks to Susan Glasser of the New Yorker to talk through a question many in Europe are trying to work out: what happens if Biden loses in 2024?
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