Connect with us

Hi, what are you looking for?

Politics

“Sickening” Jamie Raskin Destroys Donald Trump’s Comparison to Alexei Navalny

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) condemned former President Donald Trump’s comparison of himself to the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny as “absolutely appalling.” Raskin criticized Trump’s admiration for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has been widely accused of orchestrating Navalny’s death. Navalny, known for his advocacy for freedom and human rights, died while in custody in a Russian penal colony.

Raskin accused Trump of being soft on Putin and labeled him as Putin’s biggest ally in the United States, contributing to pro-Putin sentiment within the GOP. He described Trump as a “friend to every dictator and autocrat on earth” and emphasized that Trump has had ample opportunity to defend himself in legal proceedings, unlike Navalny.

Navalny’s death prompted swift condemnation from Western leaders, who blamed Putin’s regime. However, Trump remained silent on the matter initially and later refrained from criticizing Putin when he finally addressed the issue. Instead, Trump invoked his own legal troubles to suggest that he, too, is a victim of political persecution, referring to his legal challenges as “a form of Navalny” during a Fox News town hall.

Trump’s longstanding praise of Putin has strained relations with U.S. allies, and his influence over the Republican Party has led to growing resistance within the GOP to support Ukraine. Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) cautioned against allowing the “Putin wing of the Republican Party” to gain control of the White House in the 2024 election.

Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You May Also Like

Business

Shareholders made significant decisions on Thursday regarding the leadership of Norfolk Southern, one of the largest railroads in the United States. While three of...

Technology

Apple is gearing up for a significant refresh of its iPad lineup in 2024, starting with the anticipated launch of the iPad Pro in...

Business

Microsoft Teams had a major hiccup on Friday, causing disruptions and various issues for users. The problem started around 11 a.m. EST and quickly...

Entertainment

Olivia Rodrigo’s Guts World Tour is gaining attention not only for her musical prowess but also for her distinctive fashion choices on stage. Styled...