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In response to JD Vance's claim that Donald Trump deserves credit for the release of American hostages by Russia, White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan provided a succinct rebuttal: "I don't follow."
The release, brokered by the Biden administration, involved a complex, multi-national negotiation. A total of 24 individuals were freed across several countries, including the US, Russia, Belarus, Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and Norway. This operation resulted in the liberation of several notable figures: Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal journalist; Paul Whelan, a former US Marine; Alsu Kurmasheva, a Russian-American journalist for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty; and Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian-British political activist and journalist.
Following the news of these releases, Trump’s running mate commented during a CNN interview, expressing optimism about the return of the Americans. He stated, "I think it's great news, at least with the limited information available. We certainly want these Americans back home; it was absurd that they were imprisoned in the first place."
He further speculated, "But we need to consider—why are they coming home now? I believe it’s because bad actors around the world are aware that Donald Trump is likely to return to office, so they are clearing the decks. This is a positive development and reflects well on Donald Trump's influence."
During a press conference on Thursday, Sullivan, clearly moved, announced the release of the American detainees. Out of the 24 individuals released, three American citizens and one American green card holder returned to the US, where they were greeted by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
In return, Russia gained the freedom of several individuals: Vadim Krasikov, a Russian hitman imprisoned in Germany; Roman Seleznev, a computer hacker; Vadim Konoshchenok, a suspected Russian intelligence operative; two sleeper agents in Slovenia; an academic accused of espionage; and a man held in Poland on similar charges.
Trump, who had previously criticized Biden's handling of a potential prisoner swap, voiced his disapproval on his social media platform, Truth Social. He described the Biden Administration's negotiation efforts as an "embarrassment" and asserted that he would have secured the hostages' release without making concessions to Russia.
Trump also challenged Biden's approach during the June 27 presidential debate, suggesting that the President's failure to achieve the release sooner was due to his willingness to meet high demands. Trump remarked, "He should have had them out a long time ago. But Putin is likely asking for billions of dollars because Biden is known to comply with such demands," as reported by ABC News.
It is typical that iden success is credited to Trump- who is literally owned by Putin.If anyone you would have paid mo ey for their release, it would be Trump.He wouldnt know what diplomacy means let alone practice it?
ReplyDeleteIf Putin was so afraid of the Orange Shit Stain, why didn't the swap happen during his administration?
ReplyDeleteTrump didn’t even try; in reality, he couldn’t care less
ReplyDeleteHe does not care about America and never will. He is in so much trouble with our counties Judicial system the he should not even be able to be elected for the Presidential office . Just because he thinks he's immune does not mean he is .First off how many times has this asinine man filed fore Bankruptcy. If it was you or myself we would both be in jail . He has over inflated his propies numerous time . He should as a real man never be able to run for office. And I seriously which he would walk up toe and say I can grab any pussy I want President or not I should be able to as a woman be able to defend myself when he goes to grab me. He is not a good man if he where to go to jail I don't think it should be under immunity and he should not be protected by our government he created his own problems he needs to solve them on his own too. This man is a piece of trash and he proves int continually. Insurgence , im sorry that fits under treason that's enough right there why is he being let get away with these charges and our government plans to let him walk because why. I seriously think this should be in front of the We the People and do what needs to be done jail is one .why should he be allowed not to have to pay the penalties that are already set from the courts million for dollar this county could use . I don't know whom is worse . My opinion . So far it does not mean a damned thing ...
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