President Biden’s press conference generated backlash over his comments on Russia.
While discussing Russia and the possibility it could invade neighboring Ukraine, Biden predicted Russia will make a move.
Biden said about Russia’s President Vladimir Putin, “My guess is he will move in.”
Complicating matters, Biden implied “a minor incursion” into Ukraine would not illicit a full response from NATO.
Biden just basically gave Russia the green light to invade Ukraine. https://t.co/pBLb7E0STU
— Tim Young (@TimRunsHisMouth) January 19, 2022
In total, Biden’s comments were interpreted he was giving the ok for Russia to invade Ukraine.
Biden’s comment is thought to be giving Putin an edge during negotiations with the U.S. according to a discussion on CBS News.
CBS’ Margaret Brennan blasts Biden’s “minor incursion” comments: “Russia is going to pounce on that." pic.twitter.com/XN0vj99qXs
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) January 20, 2022
Ukraine was “shocked” by Biden’s comments.
WATCH: Ukrainian officials were “shocked” when Biden gave Russia a green light to invade their country, reports CNN. pic.twitter.com/zZ5hnUrQEe
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) January 20, 2022
Responding to Biden’s comments and subsequent criticism, the White House issued a correction.
White House looks to clarify President Biden’s “minor incursion” comment about Russia/Ukraine pic.twitter.com/K8aV67SY9T
— Jonathan Lemire (@JonLemire) January 19, 2022
The correction is a recognition that Biden made a mistake and the damage it caused regarding Russia and Ukraine.
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) criticized Biden’s comments about Russia.
Sen. @RandPaul (R-KY) on the Biden administration clarifying President Biden's remarks on Russia and Ukraine:
"It's a mistake to telegraph every action you would do to your adversaries in advance because it might encourage actions you don't want." pic.twitter.com/rvRjW9ojtn
— NEWSMAX (@NEWSMAX) January 20, 2022
In total, Biden’s press conference was a disaster.
Biden’s comments about Russia created confusion and will likely give Putin the green light to invade Ukraine.
Overall, while Biden deserves credit for taking a good amount of time to talk with the media, his performance only adds to concerns about his leadership.
