Does it show strength to blame Zelensky for starting this war? I think the goal from President Trump is to bring both sides to the table, both Russia and Ukraine. Does it show strength to describe Russian President Vladimir Putin, a war criminal, as a genius, as savvy for his invasion of Ukraine? Congressman, given the sensitive nature of negotiations, again, I don't want to provide any additional color. I'm just asking if you think it shows strength to praise Putin over our own intelligence agencies to say that we trust Putin more than the CIA. (01:45–01:58)
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Questions the appropriateness of praising Putin's actions in Ukraine.
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