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There has been a significant change in how Donald Trump has been speaking about Vladimir Putin and today on Americast, we look at what that could mean for Ukraine and Trump鈥檚 relationship with the Russian president.
Justin, Sarah and Anthony also discuss Melania Trump and what influence she may be having over his change in position. They also look at the likelihood of sanctions against Russia, and how serious Trump鈥檚 threat is.
After announcing a 50 day window for Russia to come to the table for serious peace talks, Donald Trump said Putin has 鈥渇ooled Clinton, Bush, Obama and Biden鈥濃��but he said he couldn鈥檛 fool him.
We discuss whether Republicans are also shifting their position the same way as Trump.

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