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NYT: John Bolton Ordered Trump Aide To Alert WH Lawyers About Ukraine | The 11th Hour | MSNBC In a revealing segment from MSNBC's The 11th Hour, a report has surfaced from The New York Times detailing actions taken by former National Security Adviser John Bolton during the Ukraine scandal. According to the report, Bolton was alarmed by a pressure campaign aimed at Ukraine, which he likened to a "drug deal" orchestrated by Rudy Giuliani and Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney. Bolton reportedly instructed an aide to inform White House lawyers about his objections to this behavior, indicating his discomfort with the unfolding situation. The discussion highlighted in the video features insights from several political commentators, including Fiona Hill, who recounted Bolton's directive to distance himself from the unfolding events. Hill testified that Bolton explicitly stated, "I am not part of whatever drug deal Rudy and Mulvaney are cooking up," demonstrating his awareness of the problematic nature of the administration’s dealings with Ukraine. As the controversy spiraled, it has led to intensified scrutiny on key figures within the Trump administration. The ongoing revelations raise questions about how this will affect Republican support for President Trump and whether it will create rifts within the party as new details continue to emerge.
Key Points from the Video:
- Bolton's Alarm: John Bolton's urgent communication regarding the Ukraine pressure campaign.
- Guiliani's Role: Bolton referred to Rudy Giuliani as a "hand grenade," underscoring fears about Giuliani's influence.
- Ongoing Impact: The discussion explores whether these revelations could sway Republican loyalties or create factions within the party.