President Trump blasted Senator Elizabeth Warren during a recent speech to Congress, reviving his infamous “Pocahontas” nickname while accusing her and fellow Democrats of wanting to prolong the bloody Ukraine-Russia conflict for their own political gain.
At a Glance
- Trump criticized Democrats, particularly Sen. Elizabeth Warren, for allegedly wanting the Ukraine-Russia war to continue for another five years
- He claimed the U.S. has sent “hundreds of billions of dollars” to aid Ukraine while European allies aren’t contributing enough
- Trump paused U.S. military aid to Ukraine before his congressional address
- Warren was seen clapping when Trump mentioned Democrats’ support for continued military aid to Ukraine
- Trump stated he is working to end the “savage” and “brutal” conflict that has claimed millions of lives
Trump Calls Out Warren on Ukraine Stance
President Donald Trump didn’t mince words when addressing Congress about the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, specifically targeting Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren with his long-standing nickname for her. The heated exchange highlighted the stark differences between Trump’s approach to the war and that of his Democratic opponents, particularly regarding the massive financial support the United States has provided to Ukraine since the conflict began.
“Pocahontas says yes,” President Trump remarked during his speech, referring to Senator Warren’s apparent support for continuing the war after he criticized Democrats for backing extended military aid to Ukraine. The pointed comment drew immediate attention, with Warren visibly reacting to the President’s use of the controversial nickname he has repeatedly used to mock her previously claimed Native American heritage.
"Do you want to keep it going for another five years? Pocahontas says yes."
President Trump takes a dig at Sen. Elizabeth Warren while Democrats respond with aggressive claps as he accuses them of prolonging the Russia-Ukraine war. pic.twitter.com/8ONV2a76do
— Fox News (@FoxNews) March 5, 2025
Billions in Aid and Peace Negotiations
During his address, Trump emphasized the financial burden the United States has shouldered in supporting Ukraine’s defense efforts against Russian aggression. He noted that America has sent “hundreds of billions of dollars” to aid Ukraine while criticizing European allies for not contributing their fair share, pointing out that they continue to purchase Russian fossil fuels while offering limited support to Ukraine.
Trump’s speech came shortly after his administration paused U.S. military aid to Ukraine, a move that drew sharp criticism from Warren and other Democrats. The President defended this decision by suggesting he is pursuing a more direct path to peace, claiming he had received signals from Russia indicating a readiness to negotiate an end to the conflict.
Trump’s Peace Push vs. Democrats’ War Support
The President portrayed himself as actively working toward ending what he described as a “savage” and “brutal” conflict that has resulted in millions of deaths and injuries. He questioned whether Democrats, including Warren, genuinely want the conflict to continue for political reasons rather than seeking a swift resolution that would save countless lives and reduce the financial strain on American taxpayers.
“First, Donald Trump blamed Zelenskyy for Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. Then, he says he ‘trusts’ Putin. Now, he’s frozen bipartisan military aid. It’s clear Donald Trump is putting his fragile ego before our national security — siding with Putin over U.S. allies in Europe,” Warren said.
Trump praised Ukrainian President Zelenskyy for expressing willingness to negotiate, stating, “Ukraine is ready to come to the negotiating table as soon as possible to bring lasting peace closer.” However, tensions between Trump and Zelenskyy have been noted, with Vice President JD Vance previously criticizing the Ukrainian leader for not demonstrating sufficient gratitude for the substantial American aid his country has received.
