JD Vance Advocates U.S. Economic Stake in Ukraine as Key to Security

The Vice President argues that American financial interests in Ukraine provide a stronger security guarantee than foreign troop deployments.

Vice President JD Vance stated in a Fox News interview that U.S. economic involvement in Ukraine's future is the best way to prevent further Russian aggression.
Vance criticized the reliance on foreign troops, suggesting that long-term American financial stakes in Ukraine would better ensure its sovereignty and security.
The remarks follow reports that the White House has paused military aid to Ukraine, though it is unclear if Vance was aware of this development during the interview.
A proposed minerals deal between the U.S. and Ukraine aims to create a joint fund from revenues tied to rare earth metals and energy resources, signaling potential economic collaboration.
Vance also criticized European leaders and raised concerns about mass migration and free speech, while reiterating support for recent U.S. policies on transgender athletes.