Ex-Marine Nate Vance Condemns VP JD Vance Over Ukraine Policy

Nate Vance, a former volunteer fighter in Ukraine and cousin of Vice President JD Vance, criticizes the administration's approach to Russia-Ukraine peace talks and treatment of President Zelensky.

Nate Vance, a former U.S. Marine who fought alongside Ukrainian forces, has publicly criticized his cousin, Vice President JD Vance, for his handling of U.S.-Ukraine relations and interactions with President Zelensky.
The criticism follows a contentious Oval Office meeting where JD Vance and President Trump reportedly berated Zelensky, leading to the suspension of U.S. military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
Nate Vance accused the administration of making concessions to Russia, describing Trump and JD Vance as 'Putin’s useful idiots' and warning that such actions could embolden Russia to rearm and continue its aggression.
JD Vance responded to the criticism by expressing affection for his cousin but dismissed the claims, stating that Nate could have reached out to family members to share his perspective.
Nate Vance emphasized his disapproval of the administration's approach, arguing that it undermines Ukraine’s security and risks empowering Russia's military ambitions.