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“Trump was tougher on Russia than anyone! Nobody was harder!”
What You Say
Trump publicly sided with Putin over U.S. intelligence on election interference, withheld military aid to Ukraine, tried to withdraw from NATO, and shared classified intelligence with Russian officials in the Oval Office. Congress overrode his veto on Russia sanctions. 'Tough on Russia' requires more than rhetoric at rallies.
The Stab
He believed Putin over the FBI. That's not tough — that's captured.
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