Russian President for Life Vladimir Putin decided “to hell with the ceasefire,” conscripted 160,00 men (BBC) and advance forces into Ukraine’s Sumy region (Reuters). Could it be that Vlad smells weakness in the West with the economic Trumpocalypse and believes now is the time to strike? I discussed this possibility last week.

Russia claims to have taken the town of Basivka. Ukraine disputes this and says Russian forces have not gained a foothold in the town.

While US President for Life hopeful Donald Trump wreaks economic havoc on the US and her allies, the other tyrants of the world are licking their lips. Economic weakness translates into weak defense.

It’s time to end this illegal tariff nonsense. Congress, particularly the Republicans, need to put their foot down on Trump’s emergency declaration and remove the tariffs.