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Trump and His ‘Art of the Deal’ for Ukraine Peace
President Trump met with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday to see if a deal could be reached to end the war in Ukraine. After the meeting, Trump told European allies that Putin proposed Russia take full control of the Donbas region. This move, Putin argued, would stop the fighting and bring peace. A European diplomat told Fox News that “President Trump supports the terms of this proposal.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio, however, pushed back on that claim on “Sunday Morning Futures,” saying, “The president has said that, in terms of territories, these are things that Zelenskyy is going to have to decide on. These are things that the Ukrainian side is going to have to agree to.” Another masterclass from Secretary Marco Rubio. A must watch! pic.twitter.com/7NY6EHZHyh — Brigitte Gabriel (@ACTBrigitte) August 17, 2025 Donbas at the Heart of the Deal The Donbas region, home to 6.5 million people, includes Luhansk and Donetsk, according to the Ukrainian Research Institute of Harvard University. Ukraine still holds about 30% of Donetsk. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has vowed not to surrender that land. He insists giving up Donbas would be unconstitutional and warns it could enable future Russian offensives. NOW – Zelensky says Ukraine’s constitution makes giving up land “impossible,” and should only be discussed at a trilateral meeting; if Russia “refuses,” more sanctions “must” be imposed. pic.twitter.com/7wicKa5erW — Disclose.tv (@disclosetv) August 17, 2025 Despite this, Trump urged Zelenskyy to accept Putin’s offer. Zelenskyy will meet Trump at the White House on Monday to discuss the peace proposal. Trump Shifts Toward Peace Agreement Trump initially supported a ceasefire. But after his talks with Putin, he shifted toward a full peace deal. Russia, Trump said, wants a long-term settlement, not just a temporary fix. On Truth Social, Trump said on Saturday: “It was determined by all that the best way to end the horrific war between Russia and Ukraine is to go directly to a Peace Agreement, which would end the war, and not a mere Ceasefire Agreement, which often times do not hold up.” On Sunday, he said, “BIG PROGRESS ON RUSSIA. STAY TUNED! President DJT.” Mixed Reaction From Europe European leaders reacted cautiously. While they did not endorse Putin’s plan, they praised Trump’s leadership in seeking peace. (RELATED : The Trade Deal That Changed Everything: U.S.–EU Breakthrough) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told ZDF television, “And the good news is that America is ready to participate in such security guarantees and is not leaving it to the Europeans alone.” About the possibility of a peace agreement, he said, “If that works out, it’s worth more than a ceasefire.” The European Commission issued a statement on Trump’s efforts, saying they: “welcomed President Trump’s efforts to stop the killing in Ukraine, end Russia’s war of aggression, and achieve just and lasting peace.” But skepticism remained. Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský posted: “From Putin, we heard the same propagandistic nonsense about the ‘roots of the conflict’ that his state television promotes. The problem is Russian imperialism, not Ukraine’s desire to live freely.” (RELATED: Alaska Hosts Historic Summit Between Trump and Putin) EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas posted on X: “President Trump’s resolve to get a peace deal is vital. The EU and our European partners worked to coordinate with President Trump ahead of Alaska meeting. But the harsh reality is that Russia has no intention of ending this war anytime soon.” Hungarian Prime Minister and friend of Trump, Viktor Orban expressed optimism, writing: “For years we have watched the two biggest nuclear powers dismantle the framework of their cooperation and shoot unfriendly messages back and forth. That has now come to an end. Today the world is a safer place than it was yesterday. May every weekend be at least this good!” Putin and Zelenskyy Respond Putin said his talk with Trump was “very frank.” He added: “We, of course, respect the position of the American administration, which sees the need for a speedy end to military actions. We would like to move to resolving all issues by peaceful means.” Several European leaders will join Zelenskyy in Washington by invitation of President Trump to continue negotiations for a peace deal and to keep them part of the process, as they are close to the region. On Sunday, Zelenskyy met in Brussels with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who will travel with him. Zelenskyy posted on X: “We agreed on the necessity of a ceasefire for subsequent diplomatic steps, effective security guarantees for Ukraine, and continued sanctions pressure on Russia.” I had an important meeting with President of the European Commission @vonderleyen in Brussels. Significant support for Ukraine in the context of the upcoming meeting with President Trump. Today, together and in several formats, we are determining what we will discuss in… pic.twitter.com/I8doSrACqR — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) August 17, 2025 Tomorrow will be the day to watch. Will Trump be able to make progress with Zelenskyy? Up to this point, he has been unwilling to make concessions. It remains to be seen if both sides can agree on a lasting deal. If anyone can make it happen, it is the Dealmaker-in-Chief. For him, negotiation is an art form he has long mastered. Forget the Headlines. Challenge the Script. Deliver the Truth. At The Modern Memo, we don’t tiptoe through talking points — we swing a machete through the media’s favorite lies. They protect power. We confront it. If you’re sick of censorship, narrative control, and being told what to think — stand with us. Share the story. Wake the people. Because truth dies in silence — and you weren’t made to stay quiet.
Kimmel’s Italian Citizenship: Turning Away From America
Jimmy Kimmel Chooses Italian Citizenship Jimmy Kimmel, the well-known late-night host, recently revealed that he has obtained Italian citizenship. At 57, Kimmel took this step through his grandmother, who was originally from Italy. Why? He says it’s because of President Trump and policies he strongly disagrees with. On Sarah Silverman’s podcast—Silverman is a longtime friend and former girlfriend—Kimmel shared his thoughts about the current state of America. He said things are much worse than he expected. “A lot of people I know are thinking about where are they going to get citizenship?” Silverman said. (RELATED: Trump: New Census Will Omit Illegal Immigrants) “I did get Italian citizenship,” Kimmel replied. He added, “As bad as you thought it was going to be — it’s so much worse. It’s just unbelievable. I feel like it’s even worse than he would like it to be.” See Ya! Late night host Jimmy Kimmel announces he has secured Italian citizenship – declares Donald Trump’s presidency is “so much worse” than he ever imagined. Can we hope he will ACTUALLY leave the country? pic.twitter.com/Q1cPTRlcg1 — Conservative Brief (@ConservBrief) August 9, 2025 Choosing Another Country Over Your Own Kimmel’s choice raises a serious question: why would a U.S. citizen, with every right and opportunity here, seek citizenship elsewhere? He does not have work overseas. He is a public figure who is choosing a second country because of political policies he disagrees with. This is part of a “fashionable” trend. Celebrities like Rosie O’Donnell and Ellen DeGeneres have also pursued citizenship in other countries. The message is clear: America is easy for some to give up if policies are inconvenient or uncomfortable. Instead of staying and fighting for their beliefs, they choose to leave. Dual Citizenship and Loyalty Dual citizenship has long allowed people to live, work, and vote in two countries—depending on the laws and residency requirements of the other country. But this can create a conflict of interest. If two countries have opposing policies, where does your loyalty lie? Full allegiance should always remain with the United States. Kimmel’s decision highlights this debate. When public figures turn their back on their home country, it sends a message that America is not worth defending or supporting. (MORE NEWS: SNAP Soda Ban: Ending Taxpayer Junk Food Subsidies) Immigration Rules Abroad Kimmel’s decision also underscores a reality many ignore: other countries do not welcome immigrants as freely as some assume. Many have strict guidelines for immigration—including secure borders. Many European countries actively deport illegal immigrants. Italy deports asylum seekers to Albania and strictly controls immigration. Ireland also has strict immigration laws and has deported Nigerian nationals and others. Most countries protect their borders and citizens, and some that face immigration challenges are actively working to correct them. Americans considering foreign citizenship often overlook these restrictions. Kimmel’s move benefits from his heritage and elite celebrity status. The average U.S. citizen would not find the same opportunities. Kimmel Keeping an Open Mind on Former Trump Supporters Despite his harsh views of President Trump, Kimmel defended the right to reconsider one’s stance. “Now you see these clips of Joe Rogan saying, ‘Why is he doing this? Why are you deporting people?’ And people go, ‘…you supported him.’ I don’t buy into that,” Kimmel said. “The door has to stay open. If you want to change your mind, that’s so hard to do. If you want to admit you were wrong, that is so hard and so rare to do. You are welcome.” Contrary to what this statement implies, Rogan questioning Trump’s deportation efforts doesn’t mean he is no longer a Trump supporter. People can disagree with specific policies or actions while still supporting the administration overall. The Real Cost of Convenience Policies may change, leaders may come and go, but walking away from the United States out of protest—or as a virtue signal—is not the solution. Americans enjoy freedoms and opportunities that no other country provides. Choosing another country reflects disloyalty to the very nation that gave them the platform they are now using to criticize it. Kimmel’s story is not just about one celebrity. It illustrates a larger discussion about loyalty, dual citizenship, and the responsibilities Americans have to their own country. Leaving the U.S. demonstrates that, in difficult times, some Americans prioritize personal comfort over national pride. Should dual citizenship be allowed? Some say no. And if it is allowed, should those individuals retain the right to vote in U.S. elections? If their total allegiance is not to the United States, probably not. The fact remains that only the elite can afford to pack up and move to a different country when they dislike how things are going. It’s not a realistic option for most people, and that further exemplifies the divide between Hollywood and real life. And let’s be honest—someone should probably tell him who the current Prime Minister of Italy is. Unmask the Narrative. Rip Through the Lies. Spread the Truth. At The Modern Memo, we don’t polish propaganda — we tear it to shreds. The corporate press censors, spins, and sugarcoats. We don’t. If you’re tired of being misled, silenced, and spoon-fed fiction, help us expose what they try to hide. Truth matters — but only if it’s heard. So share this. Shake the silence. And remind the powerful they don’t own the story.
Scott Jennings Warns Elon Musk Third Party Could Divide ‘Forces’ Trying To ‘Save Western Civilization’
Written by Daily Caller News Foundation Reporter/Clipper Jason Cohen. CNN senior political commentator Scott Jennings warned Elon Musk on Sunday that his newly launched third party could divide the right and help Democrats win. Musk posted on X Saturday that he had just created the “America Party,” asserting it would restore “freedom” to Americans. Jennings said on “State of the Union with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash” that the effort could backfire by splitting conservatives and Republicans who otherwise share core goals. (RELATED: ‘If I Was Waiting For FEMA, I Would Be Screwed’: You’ll Sob Watching What’s Happening In NC Months After Hurricane Helene) “It’s harder than it looks to start a political party. And, you know, we’ll see where they go with it. My humble advice to Elon, who I admire very much, actually, is that you may be dividing the forces of people who want to save Western civilization to the benefit of the people who don’t,” Jennings said. “And so, to the extent that this effort would divide conservatives and Republicans against each other, that wouldn’t be helpful, because it would leave the country to people who want unfettered immigration, who don’t share your fiscal views, and so on and so forth.” “So, we’ll see where it goes. I sort of hope everybody puts the band back together the way they had it back in 2024, because when everybody was working together, things worked quite well,” he added. Musk began to repeatedly float the idea of creating the “America Party” to cater to disaffected fiscal conservatives and libertarians after becoming frustrated by Republican lawmakers’ support for President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful” bill — which the president signed into law on Friday. (RELATED: California Dems Blame Wildfires On Trump After Their Party Created Tinderbox Of Regs) However, political experts said that Musk’s billions would be better spent buying him influence within the GOP’s existing party structure instead of challenging America’s entrenched two-party duopoly. To continue reading this article, please click here. TMM Analysis We are living through a major social revolution, whether we want to admit it or not. Sometimes it can be hard to see the forest from the trees. But rest assured, change is here. We already lived through a major disruption with the MAGA movement upending years of Republican-In-Name-Only (RINO) leadership. So, does Musk have the power to create a third party? The short answer is: yes. The long answer is: yes, but he probably won’t see it come to fruition the way he truly desires. Unless he can harness the power of all those feeling disenfranchised by Trump Republicanism, far-leftist extremist Democrats (which seem to be the only Democrats who have any type of power), and bring all young people together under one umbrella that is both pro-life and pro-choice, pro-America, while also being pro-globalist, he doesn’t really stand a chance of making the difference he hope. (RELATED: Guys, We May Have Found The Most Addictive New Outdoors Show On YouTube) In the same way that the Tea Party, Libertarians, and the Independents do very little-to-nothing to change American politics, any new party would probably face the same negligible attention. It can be easy to think that you have power, particularly if you have a lot of followers on various Internet platforms, but none of this power is real. No matter how many likes, clicks, and followers you have, almost none of it translates into macro-real-world influence. People with major followings on X, who think they are the voices within American politics, do not seem to realize they actually have less influence that the women made famous through MomTok (Secret Lives of Mormon Wives). Isn’t that insanely humbling to realize? We are interested in what you think about the chances of Musk’s potential third party changing American politics forever. Email us at editor@themodernmemo.com with your opinion, as we want to hear it all!
Greed, Ambition, and the Fight for Women’s Sports: A Turning Point or Just a Temporary Win?
by Rebekah Howell On Wednesday (Feb. 5) surrounded by dozens of women and girls with smiling faces, President Trump signed an Executive Order in furtherance of two objectives: 1) prohibiting the use of federal funds for educational programs that treat women and girls unfairly and threaten their privacy; and 2) opposing biological men from competing in women’s sports. It was a remarkable, joyous occasion and it is an incredible Executive Order, but it is one that never should have had to be signed. So, how did we get to this place? “She gave everything she had, but then the league forced her to share a spot on the podium with a male swimmer who took her trophy while the media celebrated this stolen glory.” Trump recognizes @Riley_Gaines_‘s contributions at the signing of the executive order protecting… pic.twitter.com/o8lBMWvU9Q — The Daily Signal (@DailySignal) February 5, 2025 Some believe the Radical Left is solely to blame. Others argue it was the feminists in the 1970s, the ones who championed “reproductive freedom” and equal outcome as opposed to equal opportunity. Then there are those who say it is the LGBTQ activists who have dedicated their lives to promoting moral relativism. Each of these answers holds merit, but they all share a common thread—greed and an insatiable desire for more. The Radical Left wants more power. The feminists want more money, more “freedom”, and more accolades. The LGBTQ activists want more validation, hoping to justify a lifestyle that has left them broken, unfulfilled, and angry. And transgender athletes like Lia Thomas and CeCé Telfer want more medals. When I was growing up, culture declared that this search for more was admirable. It was ambitious, and ambition is a good thing. “Dream bigger,” they said. “You can do or have anything you want.” But overtime ambition turned into something else entirely. The principles of hard work and perseverance to achieve success gradually gave way to a mindset of cutting corners and cheating one’s way to the top. .@Riley_Gaines_ reacts outside the White House to Donald Trump’s EO banning men from women’s sports: “What we saw today is in total contrast to the treatment that we as women have received for the past four years…I’m overwhelmed with gratitude.” pic.twitter.com/f858BpDUAE — Mary Margaret Olohan (@MaryMargOlohan) February 5, 2025 And, for the last several years, cultural and political leaders defended this shift. Why? Greed. They wanted more power and more influence. To get that, they needed more people to follow them and vote for them. Did they really believe then that it was a good idea for biological men to compete against women? Do they still genuinely believe that now? It doesn’t matter. They too—in their futile search for more—subscribed to the same mindset of cutting corners to get to the top. They were more than willing to sacrifice objective truth due to their greed. 1 Timothy 6:9-10 says: “But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.” The truth is that greed does lead to more—more greed and more discontentment. Or, as Timothy says, more ruin, destruction, and pangs. (POPULAR POST: ‘Separation Of Church And State Is So Stupid’: National Radio Host Joe Pags Goes Off) Thankfully, this Executive Order serves as a barrier to some of those driven by greed. Women and girls are now free to pursue their ambitions and receive the recognition they rightfully earned through their achievements. Is this merely a one-time exception, or does it signal a seismic shift in mindset? That depends on us. If we stay engaged and continue to stand for truth, this could mark a new era in America. If we grow complacent, however, this moment will fade into history as an anomaly rather than a turning point. So, will you speak boldly, act courageously, and remain steadfast in your convictions to ensure this is the foundation for radical transformation, and not just a fleeting victory?