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Trump's Nuclear War Claims Challenged Amid Naval Deployment

8/21/2025

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Trump Averts Crisis

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated President Trump averted nuclear war following his meeting with Putin, facing left-wing media criticism.
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas countered her claims, noting India's denial of Trump's role in conflict resolution.
The U.S. deployed 4,000 Naval forces near Venezuela to address drug trafficking issues.

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Leavitt Defends Diplomacy

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized media coverage of Trump's negotiations with Russia and Ukraine, claiming it hinders peace efforts.
She cited Trump's success in resolving seven global conflicts, including the Abraham Accords.
Leavitt pointed out the historic low in media trust, accusing outlets of undermining the president's diplomacy.
Vice President JD Vance backed Leavitt's comments on social media, highlighting media inaccuracies.

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Trump Averts Crisis

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated President Trump averted nuclear war following his meeting with Putin, facing left-wing media criticism.
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas countered her claims, noting India's denial of Trump's role in conflict resolution.
The U.S. deployed 4,000 Naval forces near Venezuela to address drug trafficking issues.

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