Republicans push back as Trump labels Ukraine's Zelensky a dictator

Donald Trump criticized Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling him a "dictator without elections" and blaming Ukraine for the war with Russia. This sparked significant backlash from several Republican senators who disagreed with Trump's comments and defended Zelensky. Prominent Republicans, including Senators John Kennedy and Thom Tillis, stated that Vladimir Putin is responsible for the invasion. They emphasized that Zelensky was rightfully elected and should not be blamed for the conflict. Despite the criticism, Trump continued to assert his views at a summit in Miami, reiterating his claims against Zelensky. In response, Zelensky expressed concern about Trump's reliance on misinformation.