The Trump Report

David K. Johnston, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, critiques Trump's management style and discusses his controversial comments on Gaza. John Bolton analyzes the implications of Trump’s dealings with NATO and the Ukraine conflict, highlighting risks of his plans for foreign residency. Bill Browder praises European leadership in Ukraine support while questioning Trump's relationship with Zelensky. Scott Lucas examines the impact of Trump's tariffs on global trade, and Malcolm Nance warns of geopolitical tensions surrounding Greenland.

Professor Scott Lucas joins Times Radio’s Maddie Hale to discuss the latest photos released from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, The New York TImes details the relationship between Epstein and Trump, the clock runs out on the DOJ having to release the Epstein files and EU leaders approve an over £78 billion loan for Ukraine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sir Bill Browder joins Times Radio’s Maddie Hale to discuss Vladimir Putin’s TV address where he accused European countries of “stoking the level of hysteria”, President Zelenskyy sends a stern message to the United States and EU leaders meet in Brussels to press Belgium to release tens of billions of euros in frozen Russian assets in order to provide Ukraine with the economic and military needs for the next two years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Naval Intelligence Officer Don Bramer joins Times Radio’s Maddie Hale to discuss Donald Trump ordering a blockade of all sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers, the president’s chief-of-staff insinuates US forces will continue destroying small boats until President Nicolás Maduro is forced from power and the Pentagon investigates Senator Mark Kelly for partaking in a video reminding service members they’re allowed to disobey illegal orders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former National Security Advisor John Bolton joins Times Radio’s Maddie Hale to discuss the last few days of peace talks in Berlin, what Article-5 like guarantees for Ukraine looks like for the US and western allies and Ukraine claims to have struck and disabled a Russian submarine in a “unique special operation” using underwater naval drones in wartime first. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Weiss - editor of The Insider - joins Times Radio’s Maddie Hale to discuss Ukraine’s meeting with US delegates in Berlin, Volodymyr Zelenskyy urges Donald Trump to commit to security guarantees and have it voted on in Congress and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warns Europe to take Putin seriously while comparing his ambitions to those of Hitler in the 1930s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sir Bill Browder, an investor and activist renowned for his fight against Russian corruption, shares insights on pressing geopolitical issues. He critiques the U.S. proposal for Donbas as a free economic zone, asserting it could invite further Russian aggression. Browder discusses the implications of Europe potentially seizing frozen Russian assets to bolster Ukraine's bargaining power. He also highlights Ukraine's effective strikes against Russian economic targets and warns against territorial concessions, asserting strong support for Zelensky among Ukrainians.

Scott Lucas, a Professor at the Clinton Institute and an expert on transatlantic relations, dives into the complexities of the evolving U.S.-European alliance. He discusses how Trump's influence has fractured this partnership, revealing a growing isolationist trend within the GOP. Lucas highlights competing Ukraine peace proposals and European leaders’ resilience against Trump pressure. He also warns about the implications of losing pro-European voices in the administration, stressing the need for moderation amid escalating tensions.

Kyiv-based journalist Jimmy Rushton, a foreign policy and security expert, dives into Ukraine’s steadfast refusal to make territorial concessions and the strategic importance of frontline cities. He critiques Donald Trump’s peace comments for misunderstanding the nuances of the conflict. Rushton discusses the U.S. roles, the necessity of legal security guarantees for Ukraine, and the prospect of using frozen Russian assets for funding the war effort. He also vehemently dismisses Moscow's genocide claims as fabricated while addressing the urgent military needs of Ukraine.

Former British Army Colonel Hamish de Bretton-Gordon provides sharp insights on U.S. national security and the Ukraine conflict. He critiques the new National Security Strategy for its leniency towards Russia, warning that ceding territory could echo the appeasement of the 1930s. Hamish aligns with Czech President Pavel on the dangers of such concessions, fearing they may ignite broader conflict. He discusses Russia's desperate recruitment of foreign soldiers and stresses the importance of unwavering support for Ukraine, urging the U.S. to bolster arms and aid.