Sun Feb 23 11:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Cheney Slams Vance’s Ukraine Stance, Invoking Reagan’s Warning on Freedom

**Washington, D.C.** – Former Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney has sharply criticized Vice President JD Vance’s views on the war in Ukraine, accusing him of historical ignorance and echoing former President Ronald Reagan’s warning about the fragility of freedom.

Vance, in a recent X post (formerly Twitter), argued that the war wouldn’t have happened under President Trump’s administration and that the current strategy lacks a path to victory. He also criticized the financial aid provided to Ukraine by the U.S., suggesting that European allies are benefiting disproportionately. Vance concluded that ending the conflict requires direct communication with Russia and Ukraine.

Cheney responded forcefully, calling Vance’s statements “ignorance and ahistorical BS” and referencing Reagan’s quote emphasizing the constant need to defend freedom. She accused Vance and Trump of surrendering to Russia and undermining American security.

This exchange follows President Trump’s own recent criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, falsely claiming Ukraine started the war and questioning the allocation of U.S. aid. Trump also claimed he is negotiating an end to the conflict and may meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin this month.

Historian Niall Ferguson, whose comments on the war prompted Vance’s initial post, also weighed in, describing Vance’s remarks as “fighting words” but defending his own perspective.

The clash highlights a deep divide within the Republican party regarding the war in Ukraine and U.S. foreign policy. The Republican Against Trump account further amplified Cheney’s criticism, stating that the Trump administration’s stance would leave America weakened and isolated.

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