Mark Levin Podcast 8/18/25 - Trump, Zelensky, and the Quest for Peace
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Aug 19, 2025 The podcast dives into critical topics, including a significant reduction in student visas aimed at enhancing national security. President Trump launches a movement to abolish mail-in and electronic voting ahead of the midterms, addressing ballot corruption. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts heat up as NATO Secretary-General announces potential peace talks between Putin and Zelensky. The discussion critiques media narratives surrounding these leaders and emphasizes the intricacies of negotiating peace in Eastern Europe while exploring the evolving political landscape.
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Trump As Diplomat Driving Trilateral Talks
- Larry O'Connor argues Trump-led diplomacy has advanced peace prospects between Ukraine and Russia.
- He credits Trump for convening European leaders and pushing a trilateral negotiation approach.
Policy Moves Shifted Europe's Calculus
- O'Connor links Trump's tariff and military posture to shifting European behavior toward Russia.
- He asserts those measures forced Europe to bolster defenses and reduced Russian leverage.
Optics vs. Coercion In Diplomacy
- O'Connor says optics (red carpet) were overblown compared with show-of-force messaging like the B-2 flyover.
- He argues strong displays and smiling diplomacy can coexist to produce results.
