President Trump has acknowledged a positive relationship and open communication with Vladimir Putin.
President Trump has asserted that the U.S. should prioritize domestic concerns, such as crime committed by migrants, rather than concentrating on Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Recent discussions between Russia and the U.S., initiated by Putin and Trump, coupled with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky’s widely criticized White House appearance, have raised concerns among Ukraine’s allies. The concerns are about whether Trump’s approach might favor Russia over Ukraine. However, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has praised Trump’s approach, stating that it “largely aligns with our vision.” Trump has downplayed worries about his connection with Putin, stressing that the U.S. has more urgent issues to address.
“We should spend less time worrying about Putin, and more time worrying about migrant rape gangs, drug lords, murderers, and people from mental institutions entering our Country – So that we don’t end up like Europe!” Trump posted on Truth Social on Sunday.
Meanwhile, EU countries are dealing with a security crisis related to migration. France has seen an increase in extremist attacks linked to radicalized asylum seekers, while Germany is struggling with violent crime involving migrants. Italy is still facing mass arrivals via the Mediterranean, leading to tighter border controls. In Sweden, studies have indicated a high rate of sex crimes committed by foreign-born individuals, sparking debates about immigration policy. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has emphasized these issues, stating, “There is a very clear link between terrorist acts and migration.”
The U.S. has experienced a rise in illegal border crossings, increased drug trafficking linked to cartels, and crime in areas with large migrant populations. As a result, Trump has threatened Mexico with tariffs if it doesn’t take stronger action.
Since taking office in January 2025, Trump has signed executive orders strengthening immigration policies. One order expanded expedited removal processes, cut off federal funding to sanctuary cities, and increased hiring for border enforcement. Another declared a national emergency, allowing the deployment of the armed forces to secure the border. The administration is expanding detention facilities to house up to 30,000 migrants.
Former President Joe Biden made Ukraine a central focus of his administration, a decision that was strongly opposed by conservatives. Critics argued that he should have prioritized domestic issues instead of sending billions in aid overseas.
Biden’s visit to Kiev in 2023 and other foreign trips drew criticism from Republicans, who accused him of ignoring crises at home. Following Trump’s inauguration in January, the White House reaffirmed his ‘America First’ policy – first introduced in 2016 – by outlining plans to “make the country safe again” through stronger border security and a renewed focus on “American values.”