J.D. Vance Faces Sharp Criticism from Cousin Over Ukraine Policy

Nate Vance, who fought in Ukraine for three years, condemns the U.S. Vice President's handling of relations with President Zelenskyy and Russia.

Nate Vance, cousin of U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, criticized the Vice President and Donald Trump for their stance on Ukraine, calling them 'useful idiots' for Vladimir Putin.
Nate Vance, a former Marine, spent three years fighting alongside Ukrainian forces against Russian troops, including in key battles in the Donbas region.
He described a recent meeting between Trump, J.D. Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a 'malicious ambush,' accusing the U.S. leaders of disrespect and political gamesmanship.
Following the meeting, the U.S. government halted weapons and intelligence support to Ukraine, further straining relations with Kyiv.
Nate Vance expressed disappointment that his cousin never sought his perspective on the conflict despite his frontline experience and efforts to contact him.