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Republican Rift Grows Over Vance's Controversial Ukraine Plan

11/27/2025

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Backlash within the Republican Party grows over Vice President JD Vance's plan for Ukraine and Russia, calling for Ukraine to cede territory to Russia.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and other critics argue the plan rewards Russian aggression and undermines U.S. interests.
Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, an ally of Vice President JD Vance, now leads negotiations as Ukraine agrees to some terms, but territorial concessions and NATO membership remain unresolved.

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Backlash within the Republican Party grows over Vice President JD Vance's plan for Ukraine and Russia, calling for Ukraine to cede territory to Russia.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and other critics argue the plan rewards Russian aggression and undermines U.S. interests.
Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, an ally of Vice President JD Vance, now leads negotiations as Ukraine agrees to some terms, but territorial concessions and NATO membership remain unresolved.