Trump Acts Like a Russian Asset - Is he Guided by a Love of Tyrants?! - Silicon Curtain

ABOUT BEN HODGES:
Ben Hodges is a retired United States Army officer, who became commander of United States Army Europe in November 2014, and held that position for three years until retiring from the United States Army in January 2018. Until recently he was the Pershing Chair in Strategic Studies, at the Centre for European Policy Analysis, specialising in NATO, Transatlantic relationship and international security.
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DESCRIPTION:
Analyzing Global and Domestic Tensions: Insights with Ben Hodges

In this episode, host Jonathan discusses with retired U.S. Army officer Ben Hodges the alarming disrespect from the Kremlin towards the Trump administration and the West. They delve into Russia's attacks on EU and UK assets in Ukraine and the lack of substantial U.S. response. Importantly, they examine President Trump's admiration for authoritarian leaders and his actions reminiscent of dictatorial regimes. The conversation extends to potential democratic threats in the U.S., internal resistance within the U.S. military, and the controversial Greenland covert influence operation. Additionally, viewers are introduced to the 'Kyiv of Mine' documentary series, presenting a humanistic perspective on Ukraine's capital. The discussion concludes with contemplation on the impact of U.S. policy on international relations and defense strategies.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:54 Russia's Aggression and Western Response
03:59 Trump's Admiration for Authoritarian Leaders
07:34 Concerns Over US Democratic Institutions
10:54 Promoting the Documentary 'Kyiv of Mine'
13:24 Speculations on Military and Political Maneuvers
24:09 Concluding Remarks and Final Thoughts