Biden, Harris Face Trump Criticism on Ukraine

During Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to the U.S., Vice President Kamala Harris voiced strong support for Ukraine against Russia, condemning former President Donald Trump's proposals as 'surrender' and detrimental to Ukraine's sovereignty. Harris emphasized that some in the U.S. seek to pressure Ukraine into ceding territory, equating such demands with those of Russian President Putin. In contrast, Trump described Ukraine as a 'failed state' and criticized U.S. aid as a waste, asserting that Zelensky's visits to the U.S. are primarily to secure financial support for the Democrats. Trump has proposed negotiating a deal with Putin to end the war and suggested that Zelensky should consider fleeing Ukraine. Amidst these tensions, Zelensky aims to bolster U.S. support ahead of the upcoming elections, where the potential shift in U.S. policy could significantly affect Ukraine's war efforts. The contrasting views reflect a growing partisan divide over U.S. foreign policy regarding Ukraine.