Veteran journalist Megyn Kelly has stirred controversy after slamming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his approach during a high-stakes Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump. Kelly advised Zelenskyy to “suck up” to Trump, arguing that it would have been a smarter diplomatic move. Her remarks have since sparked a heated online debate.
Kelly’s Take on Zelenskyy’s Oval Office Meeting
On her talk show, The Megyn Kelly Show, the 54-year-old journalist ridiculed Zelenskyy’s handling of the meeting, stating that he should have been more deferential to Trump, especially given the U.S. military assistance Ukraine has received.
“Why would you do anything other than being magnanimous and, frankly, suck up to President Trump, who has the deepest pockets and could help him?” Kelly remarked.
Tense Exchange Between Trump and Zelenskyy
The meeting turned into a verbal showdown, with Trump and Vice President JD Vance accusing Zelenskyy of being ungrateful and disrespectful. Trump reportedly told Zelenskyy:
“You’re gambling with millions of people… You’re gambling with World War Three.”
According to reports, Trump also proposed a rare minerals deal, suggesting that U.S. involvement in mining operations in Ukraine could deter future Russian aggression. Kelly criticized Zelenskyy for not immediately signing the pact, calling his hesitation a “dumb diplomatic move.”
“If we’re over there, mining these minerals, Putin is less likely to invade again,” she argued.
Internet Reacts to Kelly’s Comments
Kelly’s remarks have divided opinion online, with some backing her stance while others accused her of propagandizing.
One X (formerly Twitter) user wrote:
“Trump and Vance embarrassed themselves on the world stage. The USA is now viewed as being in Putin’s pocket and untrustworthy.”
Another user dismissed Kelly’s segment as “dishonest propaganda,” claiming that her guests didn’t believe what they were saying.
Diplomatic Fallout and Future Implications
This latest controversy highlights the growing tensions in U.S.-Ukraine relations under Trump’s administration. As Ukraine continues its defense against Russia, diplomatic missteps could have serious consequences for its military and economic aid from the U.S.
With social media divided, it remains to be seen whether Zelenskyy’s approach or Trump’s stance will shape future U.S.-Ukraine negotiations.
