Trump Claims Putin Will Release Detained Journalist if Reelected
Former President Trump releases video asserting that Russian President Putin will free Evan Gershkovich post-election, sparking intense debate.
- Trump's statement suggests Gershkovich's release hinges on his reelection.
- The journalist has been held in Russia on espionage charges since March 2023.
- Critics accuse Trump of leveraging Gershkovich's detention for political gain.
- MSNBC's Chris Hayes raises concerns about potential collusion between Trump and Putin.
- Trump's comments have drawn bipartisan condemnation and widespread outrage.