Retired General Wesley Clark just floated a fascinating theory about Trump’s latest move with Russia, and it’s got the establishment sweating. According to Clark, Trump’s engagement with Putin might be more than just an attempt to end the war in Ukraine—it could be a calculated strategy to pull Russia out of China’s grip and back into the Western fold.
Clark, who served as NATO Supreme Allied Commander, told Newsmax that Trump’s diplomatic moves could be a game-changer. If Trump manages to split Russia from China, that would be a geopolitical earthquake. Imagine a world where Putin isn’t marching in lockstep with Beijing, but instead, working with the U.S. to counter China’s growing aggression. That’s the kind of strategic play that sends shockwaves through global power structures, and it’s exactly the kind of move Trump would make.
The timing couldn’t be better. China has openly stated it wants Taiwan by 2027, and Biden’s weakness on the world stage has only emboldened Xi Jinping. Trump has been crystal clear about his tough stance on China, and if he can pry Putin away from Xi, it would throw a massive wrench into China’s plans. This isn’t just about Ukraine—it’s about weakening the biggest threat to American dominance without firing a single shot.
Clark, of course, adds a cautionary note. Putin isn’t some naïve world leader who can be easily manipulated. He’s one of the most experienced and cunning politicians out there, a former intelligence officer who knows every trick in the book. If Trump is going to pull this off, he’ll have to negotiate from a position of strength—something the left will never understand.
This is the kind of foreign policy play the global elites don’t want to talk about. They’ve spent years fear-mongering over Russia while ignoring the real threat—China. But Trump has always been five steps ahead. If he can drive a wedge between Putin and Xi, it would shift the balance of power in America’s favor for a generation. And that’s exactly why the establishment is so desperate to stop him.