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Vance is aligned with the Christian nationalist base of the party, which supports Putin due to his crackdown on gay rights.
Putin views Trump as a puppet who will passively allow him to expand Russian influence in Eastern Europe, including conquering Ukraine.
Putin is actively working to help Trump win the election once again, using the internet to spread disinformation. Russian-backed right-wing influencers have been exposed, amplifying conspiracy theories and right-wing narratives. This disinformation is more potent now as Trump often echoes it, prompting mainstream media coverage and creating an echo chamber.
While Russian interference in the 2016 election sparked controversy and investigations, today’s efforts to help Trump are met with apathy from the American public. However, the potential consequences of Trump’s reelection with Russian support are dire for the US and the world.
Both Putin and Netanyahu support Trump’s reelection to continue their aggressive agendas without fear of consequences.
