American general harshly criticizes Trump. "I believe he was bought by Putin"

Ben Hodges discussed the recent US congressional elections on ZDF, attributing Republican losses to corruption allegations. He highlighted the controversy surrounding Russian billionaire Umar Kremlow financing Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding, suggesting it alienated young voters. Hodges expressed concerns about Trump's relationship with Putin, implying Trump is under pressure from the Russian leader. He stated Trump faces a choice between admitting his ties to Putin or delaying accountability. Hodges criticized the situation, emphasizing the dangers of a corrupt president. His comments reflect ongoing debates about Trump's policies towards Russia and the implications of a recent oil deal criticized by Ukrainian President Zelensky.