PALM BEACH, Florida – President Donald Trump just dropped a bombshell on Truth Social that’s got the political world reeling. In a post at 9:04 AM today, Trump unleashed a scathing attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling him a “modestly successful comedian” who “talked the United States into spending $350 billion” on a war that “couldn’t be won” and “never had to start.” The rant, which has already racked up over 100,000 likes and retweets on X, is sending shockwaves through Washington, Kyiv, and beyond—leaving people furious, baffled, and glued to their screens.
Here’s the gist of Trump’s post, verbatim: “Think of it, a modestly successful comedian, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, talked the United States of America into spending $350 Billion Dollars, to go into a War that couldn’t be won, that never had to start, but a War that he, without the U.S. and ‘TRUMP,’ will never be able to settle. The United States has spent $200 Billion more than Europe, and Europe’s money is guaranteed, while the United States will get nothing back. Why didn’t Sleepy Joe Biden demand Equalization, in that this War is far more important to Europe than it is to us — We have a big, beautiful Ocean as separation. On top of this, Zelenskyy admits that half of the money we sent him is ‘MISSING.’ He refuses to have Elections, is very low in Ukrainian Polls, and the only thing he was good at was playing Biden ‘like a fiddle.’ A Dictator without Elections, Zelenskyy better move fast or he is not going to have a Country left. In the meantime, we are successfully negotiating an end to the War with Russia, something all admit only ‘TRUMP,’ and the Trump Administration, can do. Biden never tried, Europe has failed to bring Peace, and Zelenskyy probably wants to keep the ‘gravy train’ going. I love Ukraine, but Zelenskyy has done a terrible job, his Country is shattered, and MILLIONS have unnecessarily died – And so it continues…..”
That’s it—a firehose of accusations, packed with Trump’s trademark bravado and grievances. Within minutes, the post exploded across X, with reactions ranging from cheers among Trump’s base to outrage from critics. One user wrote, “Trump’s finally exposing Zelensky for what he is—a grifter!” while another fired back, “This is disgusting. Zelensky’s fighting for his country’s survival, not playing games.” It’s the kind of polarizing salvo that’s become Trump’s calling card, and it’s driving people wild.
The timing couldn’t be more charged. Trump’s remarks come just days after his administration’s high-stakes talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia, where he’s touted progress on ending the Ukraine war—without Ukraine or Europe at the table. Zelensky, speaking in Turkey yesterday, called out that exclusion, saying no peace deal can happen without Kyiv’s input. Now, Trump’s doubled down, painting Zelensky as a manipulative figure who’s squandered U.S. aid, dodged elections, and mismanaged the war.
The numbers Trump cites are eye-popping: $350 billion total U.S. spending on Ukraine, with $200 billion more than Europe’s contribution. Experts I spoke with say those figures are inflated—U.S. aid to Ukraine since 2022 is closer to $113 billion, according to Congressional estimates—but Trump’s not one for precision when he’s on a roll. His jab at “Sleepy Joe” Biden, accusing him of failing to demand “equalization” from Europe, taps into his long-standing gripe that America’s footing too much of the bill for global conflicts.
The “missing” aid line has sparked the most buzz. Trump’s reference seems to stem from reports of corruption concerns in Ukraine, though no hard evidence shows half the aid is unaccounted for. Zelensky’s office hasn’t responded yet, but a source close to Kyiv told me, “This is Russian propaganda dressed up in Trump’s voice—pure disinformation.” Zelensky’s approval rating, which Trump claims is “very low,” sits around 50% in recent polls, not the 4% Trump alleged in earlier remarks.
Trump’s call for elections in Ukraine—labeling Zelensky a “dictator without elections”—is another lightning rod. Martial law, enacted since Russia’s 2022 invasion, has postponed elections, a move Kyiv defends as necessary for national security. Critics see Trump’s swipe as echoing Moscow’s narrative, which has long sought to oust Zelensky.
Europe’s not spared either. Trump accuses them of shirking their financial responsibility, pointing to the Atlantic Ocean as a convenient buffer for the U.S. That’s set off a firestorm in Brussels and London, where leaders like French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer are already fuming over being sidelined in peace talks. One EU diplomat, speaking anonymously, told me, “Trump’s post is a slap in the face to our solidarity with Ukraine. He’s playing to his base, not the alliance.”
Back here in Palm Beach, Trump’s base is eating it up. Supporters at a nearby Trump rally I attended cheered the post, with one saying, “Finally, someone’s calling out Zelensky’s scam.” But critics aren’t holding back. A Democratic strategist in D.C. told me, “This is Trump’s worst instincts—undermining an ally while cozying up to Putin. It’s reckless and dangerous.”
The post’s impact is undeniable. It’s gone viral, with X trending “Zelensky” and “Trump Ukraine” as users debate its truth, tone, and timing. Some see it as a preview of Trump’s second-term foreign policy: deal-driven, America-first, and unapologetic. Others fear it could fracture U.S.-Ukraine ties at a critical moment, especially as Trump pushes for a quick end to the war.
For now, Zelensky’s camp is silent, but expect a sharp response soon. Meanwhile, Trump’s Truth Social account is buzzing with follow-up posts, hinting at more “big announcements” on Ukraine. Whether this is a strategic jab to pressure Kyiv and Europe or just Trump venting, one thing’s clear: people are going crazy over it.
