Video: Sen. Lindsey Graham Calls on Zelenskyy to Resign—Ukrainian President’s Response on Fox’s Bret Baier Shows Why He’s Called a Dictator
In a dramatic showdown that’s rocking the political world, Senator Lindsey Graham has boldly demanded Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky step down, a call sparked by a tense Oval Office clash with President Donald Trump. The meeting, intended to tackle U.S.-Ukraine relations and a potential peace deal, disintegrated into a heated exchange, leaving Graham incensed. Speaking to the press afterward, he ripped into Zelensky’s “disrespectful” conduct, warning it could jeopardize America’s support. A video circulating on X, courtesy of @CollinRugg (here), captures Zelensky’s defiant rebuttal on Fox News, laying bare why conservatives see him as a dictator clinging to power.
Pinned down by Bret Baier, Zelensky was asked, “You’re not gonna step down to do a peace deal?” His response was a curt “No. No. I’m not, I’m not sure that is a good idea… Only the Ukrainian people can decide that.” But here’s the rub—those elections he’s banking on? They’re suspended, and his term expired over a year ago. X users like @nicksortor didn’t hold back: “THEY CAN’T. YOU SUSPENDED THE ELECTIONS. Your term was up LAST YEAR, Zelensky!” It’s a glaring hypocrisy that exposes his iron grip, shredding any pretense of democracy.
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The drama escalated further with reports from @amuse on X that Zelensky refused to apologize to Trump and Vice President JD Vance. After agreeing to a minerals deal with Secretary Marco Rubio, he tried to renegotiate with terms he knew Trump would reject, a move that derailed the talks. For Trump supporters, this confirms Zelensky’s untrustworthiness—a leader stalling peace to milk U.S. aid.
UKRAINE: Zelensky refuses to apologize to President Trump and Vice President Vance. He agreed to a Minerals Deal with Secretary Rubio but when he arrived in the White House he attempted to retrade the deal with terms he knew Trump would never accept.
h/t @nicksortor pic.twitter.com/RN6bChNR2U
— @amuse (@amuse) February 28, 2025
Graham’s call, echoing the frustration of many, signals a turning point. With Trump’s focus on America First, Zelensky’s refusal to yield or negotiate fairly could mean the end of American backing. This video proves it: Zelensky’s own words might just be his undoing, and justice is finally in sight.
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