John Bolton actually said...

In a normal world, you don't extort your friends. You know, I have I have no objection in principle to seeking some kind of compensation for the United States for the aid that it's given.

Context

John Bolton critiques the pressure on Ukraine to sign a deal, emphasizing that extorting allies is inappropriate.

02/20/2025

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