Trump Defends Potential Putin Calls as 'Smart' Move

Former President Trump refuses to confirm if he has spoken with Putin since leaving office, amid reports of multiple private calls.

Journalist Bob Woodward's new book claims Trump has had as many as seven private conversations with Putin since leaving the White House.
Trump, when questioned, did not confirm or deny these interactions but stated that maintaining a relationship with Putin would be beneficial.
The Kremlin has denied the occurrence of these calls, although it confirmed receiving COVID-19 test kits from the Trump administration.
Trump's interactions with Putin have been under scrutiny since his presidency, particularly concerning Russia's interference in the 2016 U.S. election.
During a recent interview, Trump also avoided committing to a peaceful transfer of power if he loses the upcoming election.