John Bolton Criticizes Trump for U.S. Vote Aligning with Russia at UN
The former national security advisor condemned Trump’s decision as undermining NATO and favoring Russia over Ukraine.
- The U.S. voted alongside Russia, North Korea, and Belarus against a UN resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine on its three-year anniversary.
- John Bolton, former national security advisor, called the vote 'unthinkable' and criticized Trump for aligning with NATO's principal adversary.
- Trump has referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as a 'dictator' but has avoided using the term for Russian President Vladimir Putin, whom he considers a friend.
- Bolton suggested that Trump’s inconsistent statements and actions reflect a lack of clarity in his thinking, describing his 'mind as full of mush.'
- Concerns have been raised about the U.S. sidelining Ukraine and other allies in potential ceasefire negotiations, signaling a shift in its international stance.