GOP senators support Trump's call for Ukraine elections while defending Zelenskyy

Republican senators are supporting Donald Trump's call for Ukraine to hold elections, despite differing views on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump labeled Zelenskyy a "dictator" for not holding elections since Russia's invasion in 2022. Senators like Josh Hawley and Lindsey Graham emphasized the importance of elections, referencing historical precedents. However, Zelenskyy cannot hold elections until martial law is lifted, which he imposed after the invasion. Some senators disagreed with Trump's comments, affirming Zelenskyy as Ukraine's elected leader. The U.S. is exploring a plan involving a ceasefire, elections, and a peace agreement with Russia, which insists on elections as a condition for peace.