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Axelrod: Trump’s red-carpet embrace of Putin may ‘enrage a lot of Americans’

Trump's reception of Putin contrasts with his treatment of Ukrainian President Zelenskyy amid efforts to negotiate a ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, which has caused significant controversy.

  • On Friday, Former President Donald Trump welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson with a red-carpet ceremony, including F-22s and a B-2 bomber overhead, before they rode in a limousine together.
  • On Friday, Former President Donald Trump welcomed Putin with a red carpet, applauding as they entered a limousine together, amid ongoing Russia-Ukraine tensions.
  • ABC News and CNN highlighted the red carpet optics, with anchors noting it would benefit Putin’s image and boost his standing in Russia.
  • Meanwhile, critics pointed to the uneven welcome, noting the contrast with Zelenskyy’s treatment and warning that honoring a leader wanted for war crimes would be poorly received.
  • Negotiations began against the backdrop of the war’s toll, with Trump telling European leaders his aim was a ceasefire as Putin's optics drew criticism.
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