Speaker Mike Johnson downplayed concerns after Trump’s tense meeting with Zelensky, calling it “absurd” to suggest Republicans support Putin.

Johnson defended Trump and VP Vance, criticizing Zelensky’s stance in the meeting.

He argued that Trump was optimistic about a mineral deal benefiting both nations and blamed Zelensky for the failed talks, The Hill has reported.

While acknowledging Putin as a U.S. adversary, Johnson emphasized the need to end the war in Ukraine.

Written by B.C. Begley