Former Vice President Dan Quayle expressed confusion over Donald Trump’s handling of the Russia-Ukraine war, stating he doesn’t understand why the former president isn’t applying more pressure on Vladimir Putin to end the conflict. Quayle, who voted for Trump three times but has been critical of his approach to Ukraine, emphasized that Congress plays a crucial role in shaping U.S. foreign policy and cannot simply wash its hands of responsibility for addressing global conflicts.
Key Points from Quayle’s Remarks
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Need for Pressure on Putin: Quayle questioned Trump’s lack of pressure on Putin, stating, "I don’t understand why he isn’t using more pressure."
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Congress’s Role: He highlighted the importance of Congress in foreign policy, asserting, "We have a responsibility as members of Congress to take action when there are crises around the world."
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Criticism of Trump’s Strategy: Quayle criticized Trump’s approach, noting it lacks leverage and fails to address key issues such as:
- Providing financial aid to Ukraine.
- Imposing secondary sanctions on Russia.
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Call for Stronger Action: Quayle urged for stronger action from Washington, saying, "We can’t just sit back and let this go on forever."
Financial Aid and Support for Ukraine
Quayle also criticized Trump’s decision to provide financial aid through international organizations rather than directly from Washington. He argued that this approach is less effective for supporting Ukrainians directly affected by Russian aggression.
- Direct Support: "It makes sense if you’re trying to help them rebuild their economy and ensure they’re able to defend themselves against further attacks by Russia," he explained.
Urgency for Action
Given recent developments, including reports suggesting Moscow may be planning another large-scale attack against Kyiv, Quayle believes stronger action is needed now more than ever.
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Specific Steps: When asked about specific steps lawmakers should take, Quayle admitted, "I don’t know exactly what should happen next," but emphasized, "we should do something."
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Recommendations: He called for lawmakers to reconsider:
- Providing direct financial assistance to Ukraine.
- Imposing secondary sanctions on Russia.
- Using constitutional authority to authorize funding for the Ukrainian military and provide economic aid to help rebuild the country.
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Additional Assistance: Quayle suggested that lawmakers should also consider providing additional assistance, including food, medical supplies, and other humanitarian aid.
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