Former President Trump weighs in on Russian-U.S. prisoner swap deal, Iran's reported plot to assassinate him, and U.S. conflict with China. Social media users criticize MSNBC anchor Katie Phang for comments on Trump's handling of American prisoners in Russia. Biden secures release of American citizens and green card holder detained during his administration.
Key Points
Former President Trump's comments on the Russian-U.S. prisoner swap deal and Iran's reported plot to assassinate him
MSNBC anchor Katie Phang criticized for her remarks on Trump's failure to free American prisoners in Russia
President Biden's role in securing the release of American citizens and a green card holder detained during his administration
Pros
President Biden successfully secured the release of American citizens and a green card holder detained during his administration
Some prisoners were released in a prisoner swap deal between the U.S. and Russia
Cons
Criticism from social media users towards MSNBC anchor Katie Phang for her comments on Trump's handling of the situation
Controversies around former President Trump's statements regarding hostage releases