Prior to the Finland summit, some speculated that Putin might be controlling Trump behind the scenes. Since the summit, these speculations have increased. The president’s critics have slammed him as appearing weak and bowing down to Putin.
Both Putin and the Russian government have denied claims of interfering with the 2016 presidential election.
What Happens Now?
The heated political controversy surrounding Trump and Russia is unlikely to subside anytime soon, especially after Trump’s recent comments. However, there is still disagreement between Republicans and Democrats on the topic.
Even though some Republicans did criticize the president’s behavior and comments at the summit, many right-wingers view allegations of collusion as sour grapes and resentment toward the president’s defeat of Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election.
