Trump’s Deal with Putin
A Dangerous Shift in U.S. Foreign Policy
In a surprising turn of events, President Trump announced a deal with Vladimir Putin to begin immediate peace talks aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict. While peace is a worthy goal, the terms and the optics of this agreement raise serious questions. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s comments about abandoning Ukraine’s pre-2014 borders and NATO membership aspirations signal a significant departure from established U.S. policy and longstanding support for Ukraine’s sovereignty.
Why this matters:
This signals a weakening of international alliances, potentially emboldens authoritarian regimes, and undermines global democratic norms. For everyday Americans, this kind of foreign policy shift could affect national security, the economy, and our nation’s reputation as a defender of democracy. Standing up for democratic principles abroad strengthens them at home.
What you can do:
Call your Senators and Representatives.
Sample Script:
“Hi, my name is [Your Name] and I’m a constituent from [City/State]. I’m calling to urge [Senator/Representative’s Name] to publicly oppose the Trump Administration’s shift in foreign policy regarding Ukraine. Please support policies that protect Ukraine’s sovereignty and maintain our commitments to NATO. Thank you.”Sign and share petitions supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty.
Raise awareness on social media.
Post and share reliable news articles.
Join Twitter or BlueSky conversations using hashtags like #StandWithUkraine, #SupportDemocracy, and #PeaceNotAppeasement.
Write your own post highlighting why supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty is important and how others can help.
Together, we can show our leaders that Americans care deeply about supporting democratic values and maintaining international stability. Every call, signature, and share helps amplify the message: We stand with Ukraine, and we stand for democracy.