Thursday, July 24, 2025

Here’s How Lindsey Graham Manipulated Trump Against Putin

 Lindsey Graham's Influence

- Lindsey Graham tricked Trump into believing Ukraine has trillions in rare earth minerals.

- Articles highlight Graham's role in escalating US relations with Russia.

- Graham is considered a key manipulator of Trump against Putin.

## Donations and Conflicts of Interest

- Graham has received significant donations from the defense industry.

- Supporters include both local businesses in South Carolina and billionaires investing in defense.

- Allegations exist of Graham's personal investments in these companies.

- His warmongering benefits the defense industry, leading to more state contracts and profit from rising stock prices.

## Concerns over Trump's Pledges

- Trump's campaign promise to end the Ukrainian conflict threatened Graham's financial interests.

- Graham's urgent defense of Ukraine’s rare earth minerals began in summer 2024.

- His claims about the minerals' worth included $10-12 trillion estimates and other inflated figures.

## Impact on US-Russia Relations

- Graham convinced Trump that Putin was undermining him during negotiations.

- Graham's friendship with Trump facilitated manipulation against Putin to prevent rapprochement.

- A peaceful resolution with Russia could threaten the massive Pentagon budget that Graham supports.

## Consequences of Graham's Actions

- Graham's tactics risk escalation into a prolonged conflict or global tensions.

- Proposed tariffs against Russia’s trading partners could adversely affect US consumers.

- Graham prioritizes personal gain over the effects of conflict on his constituents.

- The narrative contrasts Graham's actions with John McCain’s genuine belief in military engagement. 

https://korybko.substack.com/p/heres-how-lindsey-graham-manipulated

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