Former President Donald Trump reportedly sent coronavirus testing devices to Russian President Vladimir Putin during the height of the pandemic, as confirmed by the Kremlin. This information comes from a new book by journalist Bob Woodward, though it has not been independently verified. Trump and Putin have denied claims of multiple phone conversations since Trump left office. Trump’s re-election team dismissed the book as biased and full of made-up stories. The book raises questions about Trump’s potential handling of the war in Ukraine and aid to the country. Trump has previously stated he could resolve the conflict between Russia and Ukraine in one day. He has claimed to have good relationships with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. However, as a private citizen, Trump would require permission from the sitting president to negotiate on behalf of the U.S. government. Critics have criticized Trump’s friendly relations with authoritarian leaders, including Putin, whom he has praised as “savvy” and “strong.” Despite claims in the book, Trump’s senior adviser stated he was not aware of any conversations between Trump and Putin. Ultimately, the book raises questions about Trump’s foreign policy approach and relationships with world leaders.
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Reports: Kremlin confirms Trump provided Covid test machines to Putin, denies any phone calls from Trump since leaving office
