UPDATE: Tensions escalate as Fox News co-host Jessica Tarlov takes aim at White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt over her controversial remarks praising Donald Trump as “the peace president.” This exchange unfolded earlier today following Leavitt’s bold claims about Trump’s foreign policy during a press briefing at the White House.
Leavitt asserted that Trump has “restored America’s status as the undisputed leader of the free world,” while discussing ongoing negotiations between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky aimed at resolving conflict in Ukraine. “While previous presidents traveled to apologize for America, President Trump stands up for America,” she declared, igniting a swift response from Tarlov on social media.
Tarlov, known for her liberal perspective on the show The Five, tweeted, “I’m sure next to standing up for America in the dictionary it reads, ‘Putin wants to make a deal for me,’” referencing a hot mic moment where Trump told French President Emmanuel Macron that Putin was looking to negotiate a deal, a remark that has drawn significant scrutiny.
Trump is currently pushing for a one-on-one meeting between Putin and Zelensky to facilitate dialogue, stating, “I want to see what goes on. They had a hard relationship, very bad, very bad relationship,” during an interview with The Mark Levin Show this past Tuesday.
Leavitt defended Trump’s efforts, accusing the media of “actively rooting” against his peace initiatives. “The so-called experts in the foreign policy establishment… have the nerve to try and lecture President Trump, who has solved seven global conflicts in seven months, about peace,” she stated. This bold assertion highlights the ongoing divide in perceptions of Trump’s foreign policy approach.
The exchange comes amid heightened scrutiny of Trump’s diplomatic strategies, especially as Leavitt was photographed seated in a gold armchair in front of the Oval Office fireplace during a peace summit — a chair traditionally reserved for world leaders, further fueling debate over her position and influence.
As discourse continues, Tarlov’s criticisms have sparked conversations on social media, with many expressing disbelief at Leavitt’s remarks. Tarlov, who has previously challenged Trump’s attacks on figures like Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, maintains a critical stance on the administration’s actions.
This ongoing saga reflects the broader political tensions as Trump attempts to position himself as a peacemaker on the global stage. As negotiations progress, the political fallout from these public exchanges could have lasting implications for both the Trump administration and the upcoming election cycle.
Next Steps: Keep an eye on further developments as the White House responds to Tarlov’s comments and Trump’s ongoing discussions with European leaders. The political landscape is rapidly evolving, and these confrontations may define the narrative leading up to November’s elections.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds.
