Former NSC Chief Explains Why Trump's Response to Russian Nuclear Threats Was Necessary

Fred Fleitz, a former chief of staff for the U.S. National Security Council, explained on Newsmax that recent threats from Russian officials, notably Dmitry Medvedev's warning about potential nuclear actions against the U.S., justified President Trump's decision to deploy U.S. nuclear submarines near Russian waters. Fleitz emphasized that Medvedev's provocative comments, which suggest Russia might use nuclear weapons against the U.S., are highly dangerous and demand a strong U.S. response to demonstrate leadership and deterrence. According to Fleitz, Trump's assertive stance signals to Vladimir Putin that aggressive rhetoric will not be tolerated, contrasting with the more restrained approaches of previous administrations. He also highlighted the importance of engaging diplomatically with Russia to resolve ongoing conflicts, particularly in Ukraine, suggesting that Putin's reluctance to accept generous peace offers may stem from fears of losing power. Fleitz noted that reaching a peaceful resolution could take years, but remains achievable if diplomatic efforts continue. However, he acknowledged that Putin's current stance, especially amid severe sanctions targeting Russian energ...