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Boris Johnson Meets Trump to Talk US Support for Ukraine
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The Facts
In a meeting aimed at shoring up support for Ukraine should former Pres. Donald Trump lead the US once again, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson this week traveled to the US and met with Trump at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
Posting a picture of the pair showing Trump with a bandaged ear after the assassination attempt, Johnson said, "Great to meet President Trump who is on top form after the shameful attempt on his life."
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
Making sure Ukraine continues to be well-armed is the only way to fend off Putin and Russia in this unprovoked war of aggression. The US and NATO must not simply offer up their latest and most hi-tech weapons, however — combat is about supply lines and the West must ensure basic equipment and ammunition are kept flowing as needed.
Establishment-critical narrative
In spite of billions of dollars in US funding, the front lines in Ukraine have barely shifted in months of fighting. As such, Americans are right to ask what the strategy is and how the war will eventually be brought to a close. The US cannot be expected to continually throw money at the war, particularly with problems at home and with the national debt spiraling to over $5T.