Boris Johnson warns of Republican admiration for Putin during Sydney speech

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson stated that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will likely support Ukraine when he takes office, despite some Republicans developing a strong admiration for Russian President Vladimir Putin. Johnson made these comments during a speech in Sydney. Johnson expressed concern about the influence of right-wing Republicans who have shown support for Putin, calling it a "homoerotic obsession." He emphasized that Trump would need to act decisively to avoid a perception of defeat for the West. While in Sydney, Johnson also discussed the AUKUS defense pact, suggesting that Trump would likely continue to support it. He noted that the agreement has bipartisan backing in the U.S. and is beneficial for American interests.