The top Russian economic negotiator said Thursday that he is in Washington to discuss improving relations. This is the highest-level visit of a Kremlin representative to the United States since Russia invaded Ukraine. Kirill Dmitriev said that he "held meetings in Washington with officials of President Donald Trump’s administration," but did not elaborate. U.S. Media … [Read more...] about High-Stakes Diplomacy: Top Russian Official in Washington for Key Talks
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Trump Appoints Keith Kellogg as Special Envoy to Ukraine and Russia
President-elect Trump announced on Wednesday that he had appointed Keith Kellogg as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia. Kellogg is a retired lieutenant general who was chief of staff at Trump's National Security Council in his first term. Trump said Kellogg was with him "right at the beginning" of his career and praised both his military and business … [Read more...] about Trump Appoints Keith Kellogg as Special Envoy to Ukraine and Russia
President-Elect Trump Makes Bold Pick for UN Ambassador Role
Donald Trump, the President-elect after his historic victory in the election, promised to get started right away. He wasn't kidding. Trump appointed Susie Wiles, his campaign manager for 2024, as his White House chief. The veteran Republican operative - I use the term in a good way - is a professional who works behind the scenes. Trump has complete confidence in Wiles, … [Read more...] about President-Elect Trump Makes Bold Pick for UN Ambassador Role