Vance reaffirms Ukraine stance and attacks migrants in CPAC speech
Briefly

JD Vance, close to former President Trump, criticized European leaders for their handling of immigration and free speech at CPAC 2025. He claimed these leaders have jeopardized their societies by allowing unvetted migrants entry, a departure from longstanding US policies. Vance also shared a bleak view of US and European military commitments, arguing that geopolitical decisions should consider domestic policies in allied nations, particularly condemning countries like Germany for their restrictions on free expression. His remarks underline a significant pivot in the administration's approach to both domestic and foreign policy.
Vance's criticism of European leaders highlighted their alleged suppression of free speech and mismanagement of immigration, indicating a shift towards stricter border policies.
Vance defended Trump's foreign policy approach, arguing that the war in Ukraine could have been prevented and dismissed contemporary concerns as 'moralistic garbage.'
Emphasizing the risk of uncontrolled migration, Vance stated, 'the greatest threat in Europe... is that you've had the leaders of the west decide that they should send millions of unvetted foreign migrants.'
Vance questioned the American taxpayer's tolerance for military commitments in Europe, particularly in Germany, if such nations restrict freedom of speech.
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