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April 14, 2025.

Judge Napolitano - Larry Johnson

President Trump: "This is Biden's war; this is not my war. I'm just trying to get it stopped. So we can save a lot of Ukrainian and Russian lives."

Ukraine–Russia Conflict

President Trump continues to distance himself from the war in Ukraine, frequently calling it “Biden’s war,” and asserting that it would never have happened under his leadership. He claims that his administration had established a balance of power through deterrence, particularly in managing relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

While Trump has expressed concern over civilian casualties and regional instability, he has resisted calls for deepening U.S. involvement in the conflict. His administration appears to be pushing for a ceasefire through backchannel negotiations, while applying selective pressure on European allies to take greater responsibility for supporting Ukraine. Trump favors a strategy rooted in diplomacy, economic leverage, and a scaled-back U.S. military footprint.

Larry C. Johnson

Former CIA Officer | Intelligence Analyst | Co-founder of VIPS

Larry Johnson is a former CIA analyst and counterterrorism expert with decades of experience in U.S. intelligence and national security. He served in both the CIA and State Department, bringing deep insight into global conflict zones and the inner workings of American foreign policy.

A co-founder of Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity (VIPS), Johnson is a strong advocate for integrity in intelligence reporting and a vocal critic of interventionist U.S. foreign policy. His independent analysis often challenges mainstream narratives on issues like the Iraq War, Syria, Russia, and the war on terror.

Johnson is a frequent guest on Judge Andrew Napolitano’s YouTube show "Judging Freedom", where he shares blunt, informed takes on intelligence, geopolitics, and the security state. Known for his no-nonsense approach, he also writes extensively on his blog, offering unfiltered commentary on U.S. policy and global strategy.

You can read Larry C. Johnson’s blog at sonar21.com, where he shares his analysis on intelligence, national security, and geopolitics. Additionally, he maintains a presence on Substack at larrycjohnson.substack.com, offering further insights and commentary.​

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