Ex-Congressman Suggests Trump May Be a Russian Asset During CNN Discussion
Joe Walsh speculated on CNN that President Trump could be acting in alignment with Russian interests, sparking pushback from the host over lack of evidence.
Overview
- Former Republican congressman Joe Walsh claimed on CNN that President Trump might be a 'Russian asset' or 'plant,' citing his alignment with Russian positions on Ukraine.
- Walsh argued that Trump's rhetoric and actions over the years mirror what Russian President Vladimir Putin would want, particularly regarding the war in Ukraine.
- CNN host Jim Sciutto challenged Walsh's assertion, emphasizing there is no evidence to support claims that Trump is a Russian asset.
- Walsh pointed to Trump's recent criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and questioned the U.S.'s financial aid to Ukraine as examples of pro-Russian stances.
- The comments have reportedly frustrated some Senate Republicans, though Walsh noted Trump's influence over the GOP remains strong.