Ukraine warns of massive Russian attack; Pence says Trump has departed from conservative principles
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russia is preparing a massive attack and urgently requested anti-ballistic missile interceptors from the United States. He said Russia is increasing its production of ballistic missiles while Ukraine faces a deficit of interceptor systems. Separately, former Vice President Mike Pence criticized the Trump administration for departing from traditional conservative principles, including on the issue of abortion pills. Pence also expressed concern about the direction of the Republican Party, citing the rise of populist right elements. He commented on the Texas Senate primary, where Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated Senator John Cornyn, and said character remains important in politics. Pence stated that if Republicans hold to conservative principles, voters will rally to their cause, but warned that the party has lost its way on some issues.
What’s verified
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russia is preparing a massive attack using drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles.
Zelenskyy urgently requested anti-ballistic missile interceptors from the United States, citing a deficit.
Former Vice President Mike Pence said the Trump administration has departed from traditional conservative principles.
Pence criticized the administration for not doing enough to restrict abortion pills.
Pence said character and integrity are important in politics and commented on the Texas Senate race where Ken Paxton beat John Cornyn.
Pence stated that if Republicans hold to conservative principles, voters will rally to their cause, and that the party’s wins will be due to Democratic extremism.
Not yet confirmed
Zelenskyy said Russia mobilizes about 30,000 to 35,000 soldiers per month, a claim made by only one source.
Zelenskyy said he sent a letter to the White House and Congress requesting anti-ballistic missile support, reported by only one source.
Sen. Chris Murphy said he doubts there is enough bipartisan support to reallocate Patriot interceptors to Ukraine, stated in only one source.
Murphy said the Trump administration has not spent $400 million allocated for Ukraine, according to a single source.
Murphy commented on the Iran war and sanctions relief benefiting Russia, as reported by only one source.
Pence criticized the Justice Department’s anti-weaponization fund and said it could compensate Jan. 6 rioters, a claim appearing in only one source.
Pence said JD Vance’s views are unclear, mentioned in only one source.
The Texas general election opponent for Ken Paxton is James Talarico, named by only one source.
Pence’s remark about Jan. 6 grievances being the reason for Trump’s primary interventions appeared in only one source.
Key figures
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Margaret Brennan, Chris Murphy, Mike Pence, Donald Trump, JD Vance, Ken Paxton, John Cornyn, James Talarico, Marco Rubio, Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, Kristen Welker
Sources: CBS News, NBC News
