A recently released political book has ignited new controversy with the explosive claim that former President Donald Trump once told a group of donors he threatened Russian President Vladimir Putin with bombing Moscow if Russia dared to invade Ukraine.
According to the book, Trump made the shocking statement during a closed-door fundraising event, where he recalled allegedly telling Putin, “If you invade Ukraine, I’m going to bomb Moscow. Boom—right on the button.” The room, filled with political donors and Republican allies, reportedly responded with a mix of laughter and stunned silence.
The anecdote, if accurate, provides a dramatic glimpse into Trump’s personal style of diplomacy—one that relies heavily on bold threats and unpredictability. It also appears to contradict the widespread perception that Trump was overly deferential to Putin during his time in office. Instead, the story suggests he may have issued direct and severe warnings behind the scenes.
The Trump team has yet to officially comment on the claim, but critics argue the story may be exaggerated or taken out of context. Others suggest it aligns with Trump’s long-standing tactic of using tough rhetoric to project strength, especially in private settings.
The book’s author, a veteran political journalist, says multiple sources confirmed the account, though it remains impossible to verify the conversation independently.
This revelation comes as Trump continues to dominate the Republican political landscape and gears up for a potential 2024 run. If true, the story may reshape how some Americans view his approach to international threats, particularly in contrast to current U.S. policy on Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine.
Regardless of one’s opinion, the claim underscores the dramatic and often unpredictable nature of Trump’s presidency.
