Uncivil Behavior of Zelensky at the White House – But President Donald Trump Earns Praise from Republicans

Uncivil Behavior of Zelensky at the White House – But President Donald Trump Earns Praise from Republicans

On Friday, a meeting took place at the White House between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky, during which Zelensky exhibited uncivil behavior. At this time, Vice President JD Vance, sitting next to Trump, made a sharp comment, which further escalated the situation. In this context, the perspectives of Republican and Democratic lawmakers on maintaining support for Ukraine have slightly shifted.

During the discussion between President Donald Trump and Zelensky, Trump tried to pressure Ukraine to end the war and proposed a deal that would grant the U.S. rights to Ukraine's mineral resources. Although support for Ukraine among Republicans has decreased in recent years, many key Republican members had hoped this deal would restore American support for Ukraine. However, Zelensky's uncivil behavior during the meeting led to growing frustration among Republicans, with some members who had previously supported Ukraine even calling for a break in relations with Zelensky. On the other hand, some Republicans, whose support for Ukraine had been less strong, praised President Donald Trump.

Senator Lindsey Graham (South Carolina): "This meeting was a complete and appalling disaster. I have never been more proud of Trump before."

House Speaker Mike Johnson (Louisiana): "The war provoked by Russia should end immediately. Today's meeting was a clear expression of the American President's 'America First' policy."

Senator Josh Hawley (Missouri): "Billions of taxpayer dollars have been sent to Ukraine. It is now time for accountability regarding that spending."

Representative Andy Biggs (Arizona): "Under the leadership of President Trump and Vice President Vance, America is heading in the right direction."

This meeting and the subsequent tension have sparked widespread reactions in Congress and may have a deep impact on future U.S. policy towards Ukraine.