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Leaked Recording Sparks Outrage Over Witkoff's Russia Advice
11/27/2025
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- A leaked recording shows Steve Witkoff advising Russia on negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump, sparking outrage.
- Republican Don Bacon called for Witkoff's dismissal, labeling him untrustworthy.
- Democratic Rep. Ted Lieu accused Steve Witkoff of treason.
- The recording suggests Witkoff proposed peace would require Russia to control Donetsk and offered tactical advice to Moscow.
- President Donald Trump defended Witkoff, calling his actions standard negotiation tactics.
