A leading GOP voice is taking aim at President Donald Trump, sparking outrage among conservatives.
Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE), who has a long history of criticizing Trump, escalated his attacks this weekend over Trump’s handling of the Russia-Ukraine war, warning that the President will be “judged in the history books” for his decisions.
Bacon Blames Trump Instead of Biden
In a heated Saturday morning post on X (formerly Twitter), Bacon slammed Trump for saying the war belongs to Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
“Saying this is Biden’s and Zelenskyy’s war is morally blind and factually wrong,” Bacon wrote. “Mr. President, Putin is the invader.”
Bacon went further, placing full responsibility on Trump now that he’s back in the White House:
“This war is now on your watch, and future generations will judge you by your actions or your lack of action.”
Bacon is not running for reelection and has become a vocal Trump critic, a position that has alienated him from the party’s conservative base. Many voters see his attacks as a distraction from Biden’s catastrophic foreign policy failures.
Trump Fires Back: NATO Must Step Up
President Trump responded with a bold message on Truth Social, outlining his plan to end the war quickly while saving thousands of lives.
Trump’s strategy includes three key actions:
- Cut Off Russian Oil Sales – Trump blasted NATO members for still buying Russian oil, calling their actions “shocking and disgraceful.”
- Massive Tariffs on China – He proposed 50% to 100% tariffs on China, to be lifted only after the war ends, directly targeting Beijing’s financial grip over Moscow.
- Demand NATO Commitment – Trump warned that NATO must fully commit to victory, rather than leaving the U.S. to shoulder the burden alone.
“If NATO does as I say, this war will end quickly, and thousands of lives will be saved,” Trump wrote. “If not, you are just wasting the time, energy, and money of the United States.”
Trump emphasized that this war never would have started if he had been President during Biden’s disastrous term. He revealed a heartbreaking figure: over 7,100 lives were lost just last week, calling it “insane and preventable.”
Russia Escalates, Talks Collapse
The situation in Eastern Europe is deteriorating. Russia has ramped up aerial assaults on Kyiv and other major Ukrainian cities. On Friday, Moscow announced that peace negotiations with Ukraine are now officially “on pause,” dashing hopes for a breakthrough.
Trump has repeatedly argued that Biden’s weakness emboldened Russia, while NATO’s lack of resolve has prolonged the conflict. Many conservatives agree, pointing to Biden’s botched Afghanistan withdrawal and his soft stance on China as proof of his failed foreign policy.
Bacon’s Position Out of Step With GOP Base
Bacon’s criticism of Trump highlights a growing divide inside the Republican Party. While a handful of establishment Republicans side with him, the overwhelming majority of GOP voters support Trump’s America-First approach, which prioritizes peace, strength, and keeping U.S. troops out of endless foreign wars.
Bacon’s decision to blame Trump rather than Biden is being viewed by many conservatives as a betrayal of the base and a gift to the liberal media.
Why This Matters for America’s Future
This conflict isn’t just about Ukraine or Russia — it’s about America’s role in the world. President Trump is fighting to:
- Protect American taxpayers by holding NATO accountable.
- Stand up to China’s global dominance.
- End a war that Biden’s weakness allowed to spiral out of control.
Bacon’s attacks may earn him praise from the left, but millions of Americans are standing firmly behind Trump’s plan to restore peace through strength and put America First once again.
Bottom Line
Rep. Don Bacon’s public feud with President Trump reveals the stakes in today’s Republican Party. Trump is focused on ending the Russia-Ukraine war, defending American interests, and stopping needless bloodshed, while critics like Bacon risk undermining that mission.
With Biden’s failures still fresh in the minds of voters, conservatives across the nation are rallying around Trump’s vision of a strong America that leads with power, not weakness.