SUNDAY SHOWS: Trump Administration Fighting for America First

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TLDR

This press release highlights the Trump Administration’s Sunday morning media appearances where officials discussed: Marco Rubio positioning Trump as seeking peace in Ukraine; Mike Waltz criticizing Zelenskyy for not embracing negotiations; Howard Lutnick claiming historically low border crossings under Trump; Tulsi Gabbard warning about World War III risks; Scott Bessent attributing positive economic indicators to Trump’s first five weeks; and Karoline Leavitt describing Trump as “the most transparent president in history” regarding his meeting with Zelenskyy.

Since President Trump is acting like a spoiled four-year-old, we’re going to give this White House press release the respect it deserves as we break down this so-called “update” from the Trump Administration. Ultimately, it only serves as a masterclass in misinformation, gaslighting, and outright falsehoods.

Marco Rubio’s Delusional Peace Narrative

Rubio’s claim that Trump is trying to “achieve peace” is laughable. Trump’s approach to Ukraine is nothing short of capitulation to Russian aggression. Comparing this to a Nobel Peace Prize effort is an insult to true peacemakers. Trump’s idea of “peace” is surrendering Ukraine to Putin’s whims, not brokering a just resolution.

Mike Waltz’s Victim-Blaming

Waltz’s criticism of Zelenskyy for a “missed opportunity” is a textbook example of victim-blaming. Ukraine is defending its sovereignty against an invading force, and Trump’s administration has the audacity to suggest they’re not negotiating enough? This is akin to blaming someone for not negotiating with their home invader.

Howard Lutnick’s Border Fiction

Lutnick’s claim about “lowest crossings ever” under Trump is pure fantasy. Border crossings fluctuate due to various factors, and attributing any changes solely to Trump’s “negotiation skills” is simplistic and misleading. This administration’s border policies were more about cruelty than effectiveness.

Tulsi Gabbard’s Fear-Mongering

Gabbard’s warning about World War III is a classic scare tactic. It’s designed to justify abandoning Ukraine to Russian aggression. This ignores the fact that appeasing authoritarian expansionism historically leads to more conflict, not less.

Scott Bessent’s Economic Delusions

Bessent’s attempt to credit Trump for economic indicators after just five weeks in office is economically illiterate. Economic trends, especially interest rates and mortgage rates, are influenced by long-term factors and Federal Reserve policies, not by a president’s first month in office.

Karoline Leavitt’s Transparency Myth

The claim that Trump is “the most transparent president in history” is so false it’s almost comical. Trump has consistently fought against transparency, from hiding his tax returns to obstructing investigations. Allowing cameras in one meeting doesn’t erase years of opacity and obstruction.

This entire Sunday morning press blitz is a masterpiece of political spin, designed to paint Trump’s dangerous and misguided policies in a positive light. It’s a testament to the administration’s contempt for truth and their belief that they can rewrite reality through sheer repetition of falsehoods.

ACTIONS

  • 2025-03-03: US suspends all military aid to Ukraine, reports say, in wake of Trump-Zelenskyy row | Ukraine | The Guardian — The Trump administration has suspended delivery of all US military aid to Ukraine, affecting ammunition, vehicles, and other equipment including weapons in transit. This decision comes after a confrontation between Trump and Zelenskyy, with Trump telling the Ukrainian president to return “when he is ready for peace” and expressing frustration at Zelenskyy’s statement that the end of the war could be “very, very far away”.

REFERENCES

  • UK Barred From Passing US Military Intel To Ukraine | HuffPost UK Politics — The US has reportedly banned the UK from sharing American intelligence with Ukraine as part of Donald Trump’s more skeptical approach toward Kyiv, which follows his temporary pause of military aid to pressure Ukraine into a mineral-sharing deal and peace negotiations with Russia. This development could seriously hinder Ukraine’s defense efforts, potentially forcing withdrawals from parts of the frontline and encouraging Russia to continue its invasion, especially as Putin currently holds a fifth of Ukraine’s territory.
  • 2025-03-04: Ursula von der Leyen announces plans to ‘massively boost’ military spending and ‘rearm’ Europe — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced plans to significantly increase military spending across the EU, unveiling a ‘ReArm Europe’ plan that could mobilize up to €800 billion for defense. The plan includes easing restrictions on overspending, offering €150 billion in loans for arms purchases, and allowing member states to repurpose EU funds for defense investments.

This morning, the Trump Administration was out in force across the TV networks as they updated the American people on President Trump’s agenda.

Here’s what you missed:

Secretary of State Marco Rubio on ABC This Week

  • On negotiations to end the war in Ukraine: “The sooner everyone grows up around here and figures out that this is a bad war that’s heading in a bad direction… the more progress we’re going to be able to make. But the president is crystal clear… he is going to be a president that tries to achieve peace.”
  • On President Trump’s desire for peace: “Shouldn’t we all be happy that we have a president who’s trying to stop wars and prevent them instead of start them? And I just don’t get it. I really don’t, other than the fact that it’s Donald J. Trump. If this was a Democrat that was doing this, everyone would be saying, well, he’s on his way to the Nobel Peace Prize. This is absurd. We are trying to end a war. You cannot end a war unless both sides come to the table, starting with the Russians. And – and that – that is the point the president has made.”

National Security Advisor Mike Waltz on State of the Union

Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick on Sunday Morning Futures

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on Fox News Sunday

  • On the danger of continuing the war in Ukraine: “The longer this goes on, not only are more Ukrainians losing their lives, but it increases the potential of this escalation towards World War III … That’s not a cost that President Trump is willing to accept.”

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent on Face the Nation

  • On rebuilding the economy: “President Trump’s been in office five weeks… interest rates — the 10-year bond… have been down every week since President Trump was President. Mortgage rates have been down every week. So, that’s a pretty good start.”

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Media Buzz

  • On cameras being able to witness President Trump’s Oval Office meeting with Ukraine: “President Trump is the most transparent president in history. And as he said, it was great for the cameras to be in there because the American people — and the world — were able to see what the president and his team have seen behind the scenes in negotiating with President Zelenskyy’s team. They have continually denied the pragmatic reality of where their country stands today.”