Who leaked Witkoff’s call advising Kremlin on how to get Trump on side?

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress, effective January 5, 2026, citing a breakdown in loyalty with former President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. This decision has raised eyebrows within political circles, with former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy labeling her exit as a potential indicator of deeper issues within the Republican Party.

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) raised concerns regarding U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff's reported advice to a Russian aide on how to present a peace deal to President Trump related to the Ukraine conflict, labeling it a 'major problem.' This interaction has sparked significant criticism and debate about the appropriateness of such diplomatic engagements.

President Trump criticized a New York Times reporter on Wednesday after she co-authored a negative article regarding his health, labeling her as 'ugly, both inside and out.' This incident marks another instance of Trump's contentious relationship with the media, particularly with female journalists.

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff reportedly advised a senior Kremlin official on strategies to communicate a peace proposal regarding Ukraine to President Trump, suggesting that Russia should gain control of Donetsk and consider territorial exchanges. This conversation was recorded and has raised significant attention regarding U.S.-Russia diplomatic interactions.

Democrats are positioning themselves to flip the House majority in the 2026 midterm elections, following significant victories in 2025. With only three seats needed to gain control, both parties are gearing up for a pivotal battle centered around the Trump agenda.

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff faces criticism after allegedly advising a Russian official on how to communicate a peace proposal to President Trump regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This interaction has raised concerns about the appropriateness of U.S. diplomatic strategies amid the war.

President Trump defended special envoy Steve Witkoff's recent communication with Russian aide Yuri Ushakov, where Witkoff provided guidance on how to present a peace deal regarding Ukraine to President Putin. Trump characterized this as a standard diplomatic practice necessary for negotiating peace between Ukraine and Russia.

President Trump criticized the New York Times for an article that highlighted concerns about his age and stamina while in office, labeling the publication as 'failing' and dismissing the claims as part of a recurring narrative against him. He expressed confidence in his upcoming 2024 electoral victory despite the negative coverage.