By Matt Underwood Trump says he had a “very productive” call with Putin ahead of a Zelensky meeting – well, here we go again. This whole cycle is exhausting, isn’t it? It feels like we’ve been down this road a million times. It’s almost a given now: Trump needs his chat with Putin right before he sits down with Zelensky. It’s a predictable pattern, and honestly, it’s a little sickening to see it play out again.
He needs to have these calls, as if seeking some sort of approval or guidance before he even considers speaking to Zelensky. The pattern itself is deeply concerning, and each time this occurs, it feels as if the entire world is forced into a twisted Groundhog Day scenario. It’s almost like Putin is giving him a script, feeding him talking points, and setting the stage for whatever drama is about to unfold. You can almost feel the dread building as we anticipate what Trump will say and do after the meeting. Will he blame Ukraine? Will he soften his stance on Russia? The anticipation, frankly, is exhausting.
The phrase “very productive” – it’s practically a Trumpian cliché at this point. It’s a standard go-to, isn’t it? Used to describe everything from a phone call with a dictator to a disastrous policy decision. It makes you wonder what “very productive” even means in his world. I mean, what exactly got achieved? Was it productive for Ukraine? Or just productive for Putin’s agenda? Given the context, you have to think it’s the latter. Especially when you consider Russia’s aggressive actions and the history of this whole affair. If you need a reminder, Russia fired 500 rockets on Christmas. How can anyone call a call with Putin “productive”?
And what does this mean for Ukraine? It’s not a secret anymore that Trump always seems to adjust his position based on who he last spoke with. It paints a troubling picture, suggesting he’s more interested in pleasing Putin than in supporting an ally. Think about it: He gets his marching orders from Putin, then goes to Zelensky with, essentially, Russia’s demands. And the world watches this predictable dance.
He talks to Putin, then Zelensky, and the cycle continues. It’s like a never-ending loop. The worst part is how it seems like he’s trying to manipulate public opinion. He’s working overtime to portray Putin in a positive light, while simultaneously positioning Zelensky as the problem. He’s hoping to turn the American people against Ukraine, making it easier for him to abandon them and cozy up to Russia. The whole scenario feels manipulative, and the implications are dangerous.
The constant need to have a pre-meeting conversation with Putin ahead of a meeting with Zelensky just feels like an acknowledgment of the power dynamic. It’s not just a phone call; it’s almost an act of submission. It’s a stark reminder of who, in Trump’s eyes, holds the true power. And the sad truth is that it’s always felt like Trump is getting his talking points, his demands, his entire strategy, from Putin.
The rumors of compromising information that could be used against Trump have been rampant, adding another layer of suspicion to his behavior. The whole situation stinks to high heaven and it is obvious how he is influenced by Putin. It’s almost as if he’s a puppet, and Putin is pulling the strings.
What did Putin tell Trump? What demands, what threats, what instructions? And what did Trump promise in return? The world can only guess. But with the constant calls and the consistent pattern, it’s easy to feel as if we are on the brink of something very wrong. It’s this consistent behavior that continues to stir up the idea of collusion.
And that is just the problem. With every “productive” phone call and every carefully constructed meeting, the cycle repeats itself. And the world keeps spinning, further down the drain.