Overview

• President Trump faced backlash from GOP lawmakers for opposing a U.N. resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine, aligning the U.S. with Russia and North Korea on the vote.
• Many Republican senators, including Susan Collins and Mitch McConnell, condemned the administration's stance, emphasizing Russia as the clear aggressor in the conflict.
• Trump's reluctance to label Vladimir Putin a dictator and his earlier comments blaming Ukraine for the war have deepened concerns among defense-focused Republicans.
• Some GOP members, like Lisa Murkowski and Roger Wicker, warned against negotiating peace on terms favorable to Putin, citing risks to U.S. credibility and future security.
• The party remains divided, with some lawmakers openly criticizing Trump’s approach while others avoid direct responses or cautiously support his negotiation efforts.