During a Tuesday night event, Donald Trump sidestepped a question on whether he supports Ukraine in its conflict with Russia but vowed to end the war before taking office if he wins the upcoming election. He also criticized President Joe Biden’s leadership amid global unrest.
“I want the war to stop. I want to save lives,” Trump stated, emphasizing that the death toll was worse than reported. He highlighted his relationships with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, noting, “They respect me.”
When asked whether it’s in the U.S.’s best interest for Ukraine to win, Trump suggested that the U.S. should negotiate a peaceful resolution to prevent further loss of life. He warned of the potential for escalation, saying, “We’re playing with World War Three.”
Trump also attacked Biden’s political standing, suggesting his own party had sidelined him: “We don’t even know if he’s a president. They threw him out of his campaign like a dog.” He went on to claim Biden is unaware of his own condition.
In contrast, Vice President Kamala Harris remarked on election integrity, claiming that global leaders ridicule Trump. “I’ve traveled the world, and they are laughing at Donald Trump,” she stated, adding that military leaders see him as a “disgrace.”
