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Trump faces criticism over Russia ties and midterm rhetoric

October 21, 2026

Summary

President Trump is facing criticism from GOP senators and former officials over his warming relationship with Vladimir Putin and his rhetoric ahead of the midterms, with some warning his actions could 'blow up the Republican Party'.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Trump says U.S. has gotten "nothing" from Ukraine
  • WATCH: Trump says what Russia is doing to Ukraine is 'fine'
  • State attorneys general step up plans to counter Trump’s meddling in midterms

Center

  • GOP senators not happy about Trump's warming relationship with Putin
  • Opinion | Trump’s New Global Triumvirate?

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