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Trump Allies Profit Amid Controversial Russia-Ukraine Strategy

11/30/2025

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Wall Street Journal reports allegations that U.S. President Donald Trump allies profit from efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
The report claims the Kremlin influenced White House to view Russia as an economic opportunity rather than a military threat.
Critics, including David Frum, ex-Bush speechwriter, and Garry Kasparov, activist, say the strategy prioritizes business interests over national security.
Kasparov contends Trump’s actions reflect personal business motives rather than national interest.

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Wall Street Journal reports allegations that U.S. President Donald Trump allies profit from efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
The report claims the Kremlin influenced White House to view Russia as an economic opportunity rather than a military threat.
Critics, including David Frum, ex-Bush speechwriter, and Garry Kasparov, activist, say the strategy prioritizes business interests over national security.
Kasparov contends Trump’s actions reflect personal business motives rather than national interest.