

Trump Press Sec Rages at Media as Putin Mess Sinks Him in Brutal Poll
15 snips Aug 20, 2025
Nicholas Grossman, an international relations professor at the University of Illinois, delves into the chaotic world of Trump’s foreign policy. He critiques White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's fiery defense of Trump’s claims to diplomatic triumphs in Russia-Ukraine, noting a stark disconnect from reality. Grossman highlights how Trump’s megalomania may weaken Western alliances and bolster autocracies, while alarming polls reveal public disapproval of his stance on Putin. The discussion uncovers how ego can overshadow essential diplomatic efforts.
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War Persists Because Russia Started It
- The Ukraine war continues because Russia started it and will keep fighting until Moscow decides to stop.
- Trump's actions have made the US appear hapless rather than a stabilizing global leader.
Seven Conflicts Claim Is Largely False
- Claims that Trump solved seven global conflicts are a Gish Gallop of falsehoods and credit-grabbing.
- Most so-called achievements are either disputed, limited, or outright nonexistent.
Ego Shapes Foreign Policy Posturing
- Trump's foreign policy prioritizes performance and ego over hard work to secure peace.
- Leavitt's briefings often aim to soothe Trump's desire for prizes rather than serve US interests.